sipapu

/ˈsiːpɑːpuʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A hole or tunnel in the ground, typically found in the southwestern United States, particularly in the Hopi and Zuni cultures, often considered sacred and connected to the underworld.

“The hikers stumbled upon a mysterious sipapu in the desert, which the guide explained held spiritual significance for the local Native American tribe.”

Synonyms

  • hole
  • tunnel

Antonyms

  • aboveground
  • surface