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Papoose (noun) means a Native American infant.

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1

A Native American infant.

2

A bag or board worn on the back for carrying a baby.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Narragansett papoos (“a child”).

Synonyms

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Rhymes for papoose

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What is the meaning of papoose?

"papoose" (noun) means a Native American infant.

What is another word for papoose?

Other words for "papoose" include pappoose.

What are the different meanings of papoose?

"papoose" has 2 main meanings: 1. A Native American infant; 2. A bag or board worn on the back for carrying a baby.

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