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Nomadism

Scope note

Way of life characterized by cyclical or seasonal movement from place to place which is necessary for the subsistence of the group, resulting in lack of a continuous permanent abode.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000252849

Broader Terms used

<ways of life>

Equivalent Terms used

nomadic

Created

12yrs ago

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