cheyenne
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Definition
- Noun:
- A member of a North American Indian people: A person belonging to an Indigenous nation originally from the Great Plains of North America, now primarily based in Oklahoma and Montana.
- The Algonquian language: The language traditionally spoken by the Cheyenne people.
- A city, the capital of Wyoming: The largest city and the seat of government for the state of Wyoming, located in its southeastern region.
Usage Examples
- Noun (People):
- The Cheyenne were known as skilled horse riders and buffalo hunters.
- She is a Cheyenne artist who incorporates traditional designs into her work.
- Noun (Language):
- Fewer people speak Cheyenne fluently today, so preservation efforts are important.
- He is studying the grammar of the Cheyenne language.
- Noun (City):
- We drove through Cheyenne on our way to Denver.
- The state legislature meets in Cheyenne every year.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The term is often used in historical and anthropological contexts to refer to the culture, history, and traditions of the Cheyenne nation.
- The treaty negotiations involved leaders of the Cheyenne and the U.S. government.
Variants and Related Words
- Northern Cheyenne: Refers specifically to a branch of the Cheyenne people based in Montana.
- Southern Cheyenne: Refers specifically to a branch of the Cheyenne people based in Oklahoma.
- Cheyenne River: The name of a river in the United States, not directly synonymous but geographically related.
Synonyms
- Tsėhesenėstsestotse: The Cheyenne people's name for themselves in their own language. (Note: This is not a direct synonym for general English use but is the autonym).
- Plains Indian: A broader category that includes the Cheyenne people among other nations.
Noun
- a member of a North American Indian people living on the western plains (now living in Oklahoma and Montana)
- the Algonquian language spoken by the Cheyenne
- the capital and largest city of Wyoming; located in the southeastern corner of the state