Definitions

1. noun

In pre-Columbian Mesoamerica, a calpulli was a territorial division or a social group within a city or town, typically comprising a specific occupation or social class.

“The archaeologists studied the social structures of the ancient city, including the organization of its calpulli into separate districts.”

2. noun

In modern Mexico, a calpulli may refer to a small neighborhood or community, often with a distinct cultural or social identity.

“The vibrant street art in the calpulli of our neighborhood is a reflection of the community’s creativity and resilience.”