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单词 churinga
释义

churinga

/tʃʌˈrɪŋɡə /
noun (plural same or churingas)
(Among Australian Aborigines) a sacred object.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.
  • 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'.

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