calli
- noun
- Specialized
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calli
- Each family in the community had its own calli surrounded by a small garden.
Examples
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The village had several traditional calli made of adobe.
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The villagers built a new calli using traditional materials and methods.
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During the festival, visitors were invited to see inside a restored calli.
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Each calli was decorated with colorful murals.
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The villagers built their homes in the calli, using local materials and traditional designs.
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As the sun set, the narrow calli became quieter, providing a peaceful retreat for the locals.
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Walking through the ancient calli, one could imagine the bustling community that once thrived there.
Synonyms
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3.9
A small building that holds equipment, animals, or vehicles
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1.0
A small simple building where people live or stay
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4.1
A house or home often found in Spanish-speaking countries
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7.1
A small house often in Spanish style used for guests or short stays
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3.8
A house made from sun-dried earth and straw bricks
A small hut made of mud and sticks that people use for shelter in the southwestern United States and Mexico
How Simple
Surface Forms
Etymology
Calli comes from the Nahuatl word calli, which meant 'house' in the language of ancient Mexico; think of a small, traditional home. So a calli today is a simple, local house or shelter.