Papoose

/pəˈpuːs/
noun

A young Native American child.

The woman had her papoose cradled in her arms.
Visual representation of "papoose" - A young Native American child.

Often appears as...

  • cradle a papoose
  • young papoose
noun

A carrier for a child, worn on the parent's back.

The hiker had their child strapped into a papoose.
Visual representation of "papoose" - A carrier for a child, worn on the parent's back.

Often appears as...

  • wear a papoose
  • strap into a papoose
noun

A young Native American child.

The woman had her papoose cradled in her arms.
Visual representation of "papoose" - A young Native American child.

Often appears as...

  • cradle a papoose
  • young papoose
noun

A carrier for a child, worn on the parent's back.

The hiker had their child strapped into a papoose.
Visual representation of "papoose" - A carrier for a child, worn on the parent's back.

Often appears as...

  • wear a papoose
  • strap into a papoose
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "papoose"
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Cultural Sensitivity

Be cautious when using 'papoose' to describe children; it can feel outdated or culturally insensitive to Native Americans.

Illustration for Cultural Sensitivity
Instead of 'papoose', simply use 'child' to be respectful.
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Context Specific

'Papoose' is rarely used in modern dialogue and typically seen in historical contexts or literature about Native Americans.

Illustration for Context Specific
The museum exhibit depicted a Native American woman holding a papoose.
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Alternative Use

Although 'papoose' means a Native American child, it's sometimes used affectionately for any young child.

Illustration for Alternative Use
Look at that cute little papoose playing in the park!
LampPro Tip 1/3

Cultural Sensitivity

Be cautious when using 'papoose' to describe children; it can feel outdated or culturally insensitive to Native Americans.

Illustration for Cultural Sensitivity
Instead of 'papoose', simply use 'child' to be respectful.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Context Specific

'Papoose' is rarely used in modern dialogue and typically seen in historical contexts or literature about Native Americans.

Illustration for Context Specific
The museum exhibit depicted a Native American woman holding a papoose.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Alternative Use

Although 'papoose' means a Native American child, it's sometimes used affectionately for any young child.

Illustration for Alternative Use
Look at that cute little papoose playing in the park!
LampPro Tip 1/3

Cultural Sensitivity

Be cautious when using 'papoose' to describe children; it can feel outdated or culturally insensitive to Native Americans.

Illustration for Cultural Sensitivity
Instead of 'papoose', simply use 'child' to be respectful.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Context Specific

'Papoose' is rarely used in modern dialogue and typically seen in historical contexts or literature about Native Americans.

Illustration for Context Specific
The museum exhibit depicted a Native American woman holding a papoose.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Alternative Use

Although 'papoose' means a Native American child, it's sometimes used affectionately for any young child.

Illustration for Alternative Use
Look at that cute little papoose playing in the park!
Visual representation of the word "Papoose"

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