noun
- plural of amauti; a traditional Inuit garment, typically a parka or coat with a large pouch or hood for carrying an infant on the back.
Usage: chiefly Canadian and Arctic contexts; also spelled amautiqs or amauttis in some sources
Examples
- The museum displayed several traditional amautis from different Inuit communities.
- Mothers in the Arctic region have worn amautis for generations to keep their babies warm and secure.
- The design of amautis allows caregivers to carry infants while keeping their hands free for other tasks.
- Modern amautis blend traditional styles with contemporary materials and patterns.