sannup
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A married Native American man
- noun
- Archaic
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sannup
- Each sannup was responsible for providing for his family through hunting and fishing.
Examples
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The tribal elders respected the sannup for his wisdom and leadership.
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Only the sannup was allowed to participate in the ritual according to tradition.
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The sannup of the tribe shared his wisdom.
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Many sannups participated in the cultural festival.
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Each sannup was responsible for providing for his family through hunting and fishing.
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Only the sannup was allowed to participate in the ritual according to tradition.
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The tribal elders respected the sannup for his wisdom and leadership.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Sannup is a traditional word from some American Indian communities meaning a married man, like a 'husband' or 'family leader'. So, it names the married male who provides for and guides his family.
