Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lawin
Noun
/ˈlɑː.wɪn/
Definition
A term used primarily in the context of traditional hunting practices, referring to a ceremonial hunt or the act of hunting in a specific cultural manner.
Examples
- The community held a lawin every spring to reconnect with their ancestral traditions.
- During the lawin, hunters would wear traditional attire and follow age-old rituals before the hunt.
- Participation in the lawin is considered a rite of passage among the youth in the tribe.
Meaning
Lawin represents a cultural practice where hunting is intertwined with rituals, emphasizing respect for nature and often including specific customs and regulations.
Synonyms
- ceremonial hunt
- traditional hunting
- ritualistic hunting
