Tribe Definition

tribe
noun
  1. a social division of (usually preliterate) people
  2. a federation (as of American Indians)
  3. (biology) a taxonomic category between a genus and a subfamily
  4. group of people related by blood or marriage

"Tribe" in song lyrics

See how tribe is used in real songs:

  • "Peace to Funkdoobiest and Boo-Yah T.R.I.B.E."
    A.L.T. and The Lost Civilization — Props *
  • "Sometimes forget rhymes like Lupe did with Tribe"
    Apathy — Welcome to Assholeville Part II
  • "I live my life in an outcast tribe"
    Arrested Development — Dawn of the Dreads

Words that rhyme with tribe

Usage tips for "tribe"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "tribe" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for tribe to find words that pair well.

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