The tribe
Example: The tribe lived in small houses near the river.
Definition
"The tribe" refers to a social group consisting of families or communities linked by common ancestry, culture, language, or social organization, often living together in a defined territory. For example, "The tribe lived in small houses near the river."
Etymology
The phrase "the tribe" originates from the Latin word "tribus," which referred to a division of the Roman people. Over time, it came to describe various indigenous or social groups sharing common traits, identities, and kinship, especially in anthropological contexts.
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"The tribe" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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