ČĀDOR (1)

A portable dwelling characteristic of certain nomad groups. It consists of a canopy of cloth or skin supported by upright posts and anchored to the ground by means of pegs and ropes. See TENTS.

 

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Originally Published: January 1, 2000

Last Updated: January 26, 2010

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