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intertribal

American  
[in-ter-trahy-buhl] / ˌɪn tərˈtraɪ bəl /

adjective

  1. occurring between tribes.

    intertribal warfare.


intertribal British  
/ ˌɪntəˈtraɪbəl /

adjective

  1. conducted between or involving two or more tribes

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of intertribal

First recorded in 1860–65; inter- + tribal

Example Sentences

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“The good thing about the intertribal commission is that we all share the same types of stories.”

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2025

The show’s antic account of Indigenous struggle was written by the 1491s, an intertribal sketch comedy troupe that includes Sterlin Harjo, a creator of “Reservation Dogs.”

From New York Times • Feb. 14, 2024

This year’s dinner will feature an intertribal, multicourse meal from Indigenous chef Jason Vickers, who will speak about the personal and cultural significance of each course he prepares.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 15, 2022

This includes the suggestion to consider the formation of an intertribal conservation council in the Chesapeake, to share knowledge and ensure tribal priorities are considered by the larger restoration movement.

From Washington Post • Aug. 19, 2022

Most slaves were prisoners of war, seized in intertribal conflicts and sold by enemy Indian groups to the English in exchange for guns, pots, and axes.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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