The traditional Native American smoking pipe that symbolizes peace and friendship has been called by many names. The most common synonym for peace pipes is "calumet," which comes from the French word "chalumet," meaning "reed." Other synonyms for peace pipes include "chanupa," which is the Lakota Sioux word for pipe, "tobacco pipe," "sacred pipe," and "medicine pipe." The smoke of the peace pipe is believed to carry prayers to the spirit realm, and the sharing of the pipe is a way of establishing trust and unity among people. While the term "peace pipe" may be the most recognizable, the rich and diverse cultural traditions of Native American smoking pipes offer a range of evocative and meaningful names.