earth lodge

noun

a circular, usually dome-shaped dwelling of certain North American Indians, made of posts and beams covered variously with branches, grass, sod, or earth and having a central opening in the roof, a tamped earth floor, and frequently a vestibule.

The Pawnee had very elaborate ceremonies and traditions connected with the earth-lodge.

Dead bodies in rough boxes lie on the ground on a knoll not far from our house, and near by is an old-style earth lodge.

The ceremony generally took place in a circular dwelling known as an "earth lodge."

Also includes the story of the Mandan earth lodge on the grounds of the State capitol, Bismarck.

The dance may take place out of doors, or else in an earth-lodge.

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