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单词 churinga
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Definition of churinga in English:

churinga

nounPlural churingas tʃʌˈrɪŋɡə

  • (among Australian Aborigines) a sacred object.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • For instance Central Australian Aborigines never sold churingas, because they were central to their belief system.
    • The tribal churinga ensured perpetuation of plant and animal life needed for the support of people.
    • These three churingas come from the Western Desert area of Australia.
    • Sitting in a circle on the cleared earth, the churingas are passed to each of your group in turn.
    • Ceremonial objects such as churingas were often carved as were functional objects such as boomerangs, message sticks and didgeridoos.

Origin

Late 19th century: from Arrernte, literally 'object from the dreaming'.

Rhymes

finger, linger, malinger
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