noun
papoose
Papoose (noun) means a Native American baby.
noun
1
A Native American baby.
2
A backpack for carrying a baby, or specifically a cradleboard.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Narragansett papoos (“a child”).
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What is the meaning of papoose?
"papoose" (noun) means a Native American baby.
What are the different meanings of papoose?
"papoose" has 2 main meanings: 1. A Native American baby; 2. A backpack for carrying a baby, or specifically a cradleboard.