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What's The Definition Of Powpow?Synonyms | Synonyms for Powpow: Related Terms | Find terms related to Powpow: See Also | Powpow In Webster's Dictionary \Pow"pow`\, n.
1. A priest, or conjurer, among the North American Indians.
Be it sagamore, sachem, or powwow. --Longfellow.
2. Conjuration attended with great noise and confusion, and
often with feasting, dancing, etc., performed by Indians
for the cure of diseases, to procure success in hunting or
in war, and for other purposes.
3. Hence: Any assembly characterized by noise and confusion;
a noisy frolic or gathering. [Colloq. U. S.]
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