noun
- gatherings of Native American people featuring traditional dancing, singing, and cultural activities
- informal meetings or conferences to discuss something
Usage: informal
verb
- holds informal meetings or conferences
Usage: informal
Examples
- The tribe hosts several powwows each summer to celebrate their heritage.
- Dancers from many tribes participated in the annual powwows.
- The executives held powwows to discuss the merger.
- After the crisis, the team powwows every morning.
- Traditional powwows feature drumming and colorful regalia.
- The committee powwows before making major decisions.
- Local powwows attract visitors from across the region.