Arikara
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Definition
- Noun:
- A member of the Caddo people who formerly lived in the Dakotas west of the Missouri River: This refers to an individual belonging to a specific Native American tribe historically located in the Great Plains region of North America.
- The Caddoan language spoken by the Arikara: This refers to the distinct language traditionally used by the Arikara people.
Usage Examples
- Noun (Person):
- The museum exhibit honors an Arikara chief from the 19th century.
- She is an Arikara artist who incorporates traditional designs into her work.
- Noun (Language):
- Few fluent speakers of Arikara remain today.
- Linguists are working to document the Arikara language.
Advanced Usage
- The term Arikara is used as both a singular and plural noun (e.g., one Arikara, many Arikara). It is also commonly used attributively as an adjective (e.g., Arikara culture, Arikara territory).
- The Arikara are also historically known as the Sahnish or Ree.
Variants and Related Words
- Arikaran (adjective): Pertaining to the Arikara people or their language.
- They studied Arikaran cultural traditions.
Synonyms
- Sahnish: An alternate name for the Arikara people.
- Ree: A historical name used for the Arikara, derived from a simplification of their name.
Related Phrases
- Arikara Nation: Refers to the tribe as a political and cultural entity in the present day.
- The Arikara Nation is headquartered in North Dakota.
Noun
- the Caddoan language spoken by the Arikara
- a member of the Caddo people who formerly lived in the Dakotas west of the Missouri river