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wigwam vs. teepee

[ wig-wom, -wawm ]
noun
  1. a Native American dwelling, usually of rounded or oval shape, formed of poles overlaid with bark, mats, or skins.
  2. Tammany Hall (def. 2).
[ tee-pee ]
noun
  1. a tent of the American Indians, made usually from animal skins laid on a conical frame of long poles and having an opening at the top for ventilation and a flap door.

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