noun
- plural of hogan: traditional Navajo dwellings made of logs and earth with a door facing east
Usage: Native American architecture
Examples
- The family built several hogans on their land in Arizona.
- Traditional hogans are constructed with wooden frames and covered with mud and bark.
- The museum displayed models of different types of hogans used by Navajo families.
- Many hogans in the area were built following ancient architectural traditions.
- The anthropologist studied the cultural significance of hogans in Navajo society.
- Some modern hogans incorporate contemporary materials while maintaining traditional designs.