kashim

[ kash-im, kah-shim ]

noun

1. a building traditionally used by the Yupik and Inuit in the Arctic as a community gathering place or as a place where men congregate and socialize.

Word History and Origins

Origin of kashim¹

First recorded in 1850–55, kashim is from the Yupik word qasgiq

Example Sentences

On his second day in office Nigeria’s Vice-President Kashim Shettima referred to "the fuel subsidy scam" being "an albatross around the neck of the economy".

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Vice-President Kashim Shettima echoed these sentiments, saying: "As we deal with this tragedy, let us also reflect on the importance of safety measures and public awareness to prevent such incidents in the future."

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“You can’t tell us to be patient and you’re acquiring a private jet,” he said, citing plans to buy new planes worth millions of dollars for Mr Tinubu and his deputy Kashim Shettima.

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"Mr Onakoya is a symbol of excellence and resilience that distinguish Nigerians both at home and abroad... Go, make history, and inscribe our name in gold," Nigeria's Vice-President Kashim Shettima posted on X.

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Nigeria's Vice President Kashim Shettima is visiting Kaduna and is due to meet the governor.

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