Etymology

totem

to·tem
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Today it means: Any natural object or living creature that serves as an emblem of a tribe, clan or family; the representation of such an object or creature. Full definition →

Ojibwe doodem
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  1. Ojibwe · borrowed fromdoodem
  2. Ojibwe · borrowed fromdoodem
  3. English todaytotem

Borrowed from Ojibwe (o)doodem(an).

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