4 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Potlatch' in a Sentence
"In the cultures of Indigenous people on the northern Pacific coast, especially the Kwakiutl, a potlatch is a ceremonial festival where hosts bestow gifts on guests and the owner deliberately destroys property to display wealth, prompting guests to later attempt to surpass this show of generosity." more
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During the potlatch ceremony, the chief distributed beautifully crafted masks to the community members.
In the spirit of potlatch, families adorned their homes with vibrant decorations to welcome guests.
At the potlatch feast, delicious salmon dishes were served, symbolizing abundance and prosperity.
The extravagant potlatch left everyone in awe as gifts exchanged reflected the community's unity and prosperity.
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