mono-tribe
|mo-no-tribe|
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/ˈmɒnoʊˌtraɪb/
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/ˈmɒnəʊˌtraɪb/
single identity group
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mono-tribe' originates from the prefix 'mono-' meaning 'single' or 'one' and the word 'tribe' meaning 'a social group.'
Historical Evolution
'mono-' from Greek 'monos' meaning 'alone' combined with 'tribe' from Latin 'tribus' meaning 'a division of the Roman people.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a single tribe,' but over time it evolved to mean 'a group with a singular identity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group or community characterized by a singular cultural or social identity.
The mono-tribe maintained its unique traditions despite external influences.
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Last updated: 2025/03/09 13:17