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pueblo

n. countable
C2 Proficiency US //ˈpwɛbɫoʊ// UK //pjˈuːbləʊ// pueblo

n. a traditional village or community of Native American people in the Southwestern United States. It also refers to the large stone or mud buildings where these people live.

n. a communal settlement or village of certain Native American peoples, particularly in the Southwestern United States, consisting of multi-storied adobe or stone houses. When capitalised, it refers to the specific ethnic groups inhabiting these communities.


SIMPLE

The ancient pueblo is made of sun-dried bricks.

CONTEXTUAL

Tourists often visit the historic pueblo to learn about the traditional architecture and culture of the local tribes.

COMPLEX

Archaeological evidence suggests that the pueblo was inhabited for centuries before the arrival of Spanish explorers, serving as a sophisticated hub for trade and social organization in the desert.

Usage

Often used as a proper noun when referring to a specific community or tribal group.

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