Northern Pomo Online Talking Dictionary


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soaproot
ʔam
noun
soaproot

Soaproot was used to wash baskets. There is a bulb at the end that was pounded and that gives the soapy substance. The root is a tough, stringy fiber; it was folded over and tied, and then used as a comb or brush. Edna said you couldn't use it with warm water, though, as it gets gummy - you have to use cold water.
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soap
ʔam
noun
soap

Soaproot was used to wash baskets. There is a bulb at the end that was pounded and that gives the soapy substance. The root is a tough, stringy fiber; it was folded over and tied, and then used as a comb or brush. Edna said you couldn't use it with warm water, though, as it gets gummy - you have to use cold water.

see also: soaproot
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Word of the Day: October 24, 2026


murder! (command)
jabanem
verb
murder! (command)

see also: kill! (command)
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