tatou

Meanings

• noun

  A type of traditional Mi'kmaq body art, also known as 'tattooing'.

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Variants

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tattoo , tattoos , tattooed , tattooer , tattooers , tattooing , tattooist , tattooists , tattoo parlor

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Etymology

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From the Mi'kmaq word 'tatu' or 'tetu', meaning 'to mark' or 'to paint'.

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Trivia

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1. Tatou is an important part of Mi'kmaq identity and history.

2. Mi'kmaq tattoos were traditionally created using a bone needle and natural dyes.

3. Each tattoo design had its own unique meaning and significance.

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Related Concepts

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1. Indigenous body art: Refers to traditional body art practices of various indigenous cultures around the world.

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Culture

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In Mi'kmaq culture, tattoos were used for various reasons, including spiritual protection, identification, and status. The designs were often passed down through generations.

How to Memorize "tatou"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the process of creating a traditional Mi'kmaq tattoo, including the tools used and the design being applied to the skin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'tatou' with the image of a traditional Mi'kmaq tattoo design.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'Tatou' is similar to the word 'tattoo', but specific to the Mi'kmaq culture.

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