Meaning & Definition of word "Pueblo"
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Pueblo
/ˈpweɪbloʊ/
noun:
- 1. A pueblo is a type of communal dwelling used by certain Native American tribes, particularly in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
- Example: The ancient pueblo was made of adobe and had multiple stories.
- 2. A pueblo can also refer to a village or community, especially those of Native American origin located in the southwestern U.S.
- Example: We visited a historic pueblo that still practices traditional customs.
Etymology
Spanish 'pueblo', meaning 'people, village' from Latin 'populus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pueblo revival:
A cultural and artistic revival among Pueblo people.
Pueblo culture:
The cultural practices and traditions of the Pueblo people.
Related Words
adobe:
A building material made from earth and organic materials.
anastylosis:
The reconstruction of a ruined building using its original architectural fragments.
Slang Meanings of pueblo
Meaning: A small, close-knit community.
Example Sentence: That little neighborhood feels like a pueblo.
Meaning: A term used to refer to a gathering or community event.
Example Sentence: We're having a pueblo on Saturday at the park.