/ˌælɡɒnˈkiːən/ AL-gon-KEE-ən

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Algonquian peoples, their languages, or their cultures

“The Algonkian languages are spoken by thousands of people across the region.”

2. noun

a member of a group of indigenous peoples who traditionally inhabited the northern United States and southern Canada

“The Algonkian tribes have a rich history and a strong cultural identity.”

3. noun

a member of a linguistic group that includes languages such as Ojibwa and Blackfoot

“The Algonkian languages have many similarities despite their differences.”