coupstick

English

noun
Definitions
  • (historical) A stick or switch used among some Native Americans for making or counting a coup.

Etymology

Compound from English coup (upset, overturn, upsetVerb, tilt) + English stick (sticky, adhere, cigarette, joint).

Origin

English

stick

Gloss

sticky, adhere, cigarette, joint

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Property

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