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Meaning of the word tribe in English

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tribe

US /traɪb/
UK /traɪb/
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Noun

1.

a group of people, often of related families, who live together, sharing the same language, culture, and history, especially in a traditional society

Example:
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The indigenous tribe has lived in this region for centuries.
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Each tribe has its own unique customs and traditions.
Synonym:
clanethnic groupcommunitykinship grouplineage
2.

a large family or other group of people

Example:
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Our extended family is quite a tribe, especially during holidays.
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The children formed their own little tribe in the backyard.
Synonym:
groupfamilyclanbandcommunity
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