wiltja

noun

Meaning

A semicircular Aboriginal dwelling, intended as a temporary shelter from the heat of the sun.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

wurley(English)tupik(English)twigloo(English)keekwilee-house(English)sweathouse(English)wing(English)whare(English)shelter tent(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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