Homes for Plains tribes

TEPEES

These portable dwellings made of animal skins and poles were easily assembled and moved by nomadic Native American groups. Look for a word that starts with "T" and sounds like "tee-peas."

The clue refers to the traditional dwellings used by Native American tribes on the Great Plains, like the Lakota and Cheyenne. "Tepees" (also spelled "tipis") are cone-shaped tents made of animal skins or canvas stretched over poles, designed for portability to follow buffalo herds. The word itself comes from the Lakota language, reinforcing the cultural connection to Plains tribes. It’s a straightforward definition with no wordplay—just a direct link between the people and their iconic homes.