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Tribe (Noun)

A federation (as of American Indians).

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

A social division of (usually preliterate) people.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The Navajo tribe has a rich cultural heritage and has kept its traditions alive through storytelling and ceremonies.
In many African countries, a person's identity is closely tied to their tribe and family lineage.
The Inuit tribe was traditionally nomadic, traveling across the frozen tundra in search of whale and seal hunting grounds.
Before the arrival of European colonizers, the Aborigine tribe had lived in Australia for over 40,000 years, developing a sophisticated spirituality and connection to the land.
The tribe's shaman played an important role in all major life events, such as births, weddings, and funerals.

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

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The tribe Canini is a group of canines that includes dogs, wolves, and jackals.
The classification of the orchid family is complex, with many different tribes and subtribes.
The tribe Bovini includes cattle, bison, and yaks, all of which are closely related species.
In the classification of butterflies, the tribe Nymphalini is a subgroup of the family Nymphalidae.
The tribe Corvidae is a group of birds that includes crows, ravens, and jays, all of which are known for their intelligence.

Group of people related by blood or marriage.

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

The members of the tribe gathered at the annual powwow to celebrate their shared heritage.
She was born into a small tribe in Africa and was taught the traditions and customs of her people from a young age.
The tribe had lived in the same village for generations, with family ties that went back centuries.
The Native American tribe was known for its skilled hunters and gatherers, who provided for the entire community.
The tribe was led by a council of elders, who made decisions for the benefit of the entire group.