noun
- A traditional Inuit or Yupik garment; a long, hooded tunic or parka made from animal skins, worn in Arctic regions.
Usage: Also spelled kagivak or kakivak; Primarily used in anthropological and historical contexts; Regional term specific to Inuit and Yupik cultures
Examples
- The museum displayed a kakivaks made from seal skin and decorated with traditional patterns.
- Kakivaks provided essential insulation against the harsh Arctic climate.
- Anthropologists studied the construction techniques of traditional kakivaks worn by Yupik communities.
- The kakivaks featured a large hood designed to protect the wearer's face from wind and snow.