calumet

/ˈkælʊmɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A ceremonial pipe or a pipe used for smoking in a traditional or ceremonial context, especially by Native Americans.

“The tribe’s elder used the calumet to seal their peace treaty with the neighboring tribe.”

Synonyms

  • ceremonial pipe
  • peace pipe

Antonyms

  • battle pipe
  • war pipe