Definitions

1. noun

A communal dwelling of the Yanomami people in the Amazon rainforest, typically made of branches and leaves.

“The anthropologist studied the maloca of the Yanomami tribe, taking note of its unique architecture and social structure.”

2. noun

A type of communal house or longhouse found in various indigenous cultures, particularly in the Amazon region.

“The maloca served as a central gathering place for the community, where meals were shared and important decisions were made.”