Kuspuk
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɡʌspʌk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kuspuk is a noun meaning (originally) An Alaska Native (traditionally Yup'ik) garment worn on the upper body as an overshirt on top of a parka (“long jacket with a hood”).
Meaning
(originally) An Alaska Native (traditionally Yup'ik) garment worn on the upper body as an overshirt on top of a parka (“long jacket with a hood”).
More Meanings
- A lightweight parka-like garment with a hood and a large front pocket worn by Alaska Native people of all sexes, either as an overshirt or as a shirt.
Word Forms
- kuspuks
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tuilik, kooletah, temiak, topper, birrus, amauti.
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