Dwelling tribal people intially sounded out (6)

I believe the answer is:

wigwam

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'dwelling' is the definition.
(I know that wigwam is a type of indian lodge)

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(Other definitions for wigwam that I've seen before include "Tent of framework and skins used by native Americans" , "Native American lodge" , "Tepee" , "Tent-hut once used by native Americans" , "Tent of skins and poles once used by native Americans" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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