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TRIBE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Tribe.

How to pronounce tribe:

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Tribe - as a noun

A social division of (usually preliterate) people

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
folk
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social group
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A federation (as of american indians)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
federation of tribes

(biology) a taxonomic category between a genus and a subfamily

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
taxontaxonomic categorytaxonomic group
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Group of people related by blood or marriage

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clankinkin groupkindredkinship group
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
social group
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Tribe - as a verb

To distribute into tribes or classes; to categorize.

Example Sentences

"The indigenous tribe has lived in these mountains for centuries."
"She is a member of the Maasai tribe in Kenya."
"The tribe gathers around the fire for storytelling and songs."
"The Native American tribe held a powwow to celebrate their heritage."
"The tribe practices sustainable farming techniques."
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Word Game Points

Is TRIBE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tribe is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TRIBE has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is TRIBE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tribe is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TRIBE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is TRIBE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tribe is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TRIBE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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