cowichan

/kɔːwɪtʃɑːn/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A region on the southern coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.

“The Cowichan people have a rich cultural heritage and a strong connection to their traditional lands.”

2. noun

A person from the Cowichan region or the Cowichan people, an Indigenous tribe.

“The Cowichan are known for their expertise in traditional crafts and artwork.”

3. adjective

Relating to the Cowichan region or the Cowichan people.

“The Cowichan language is an important part of the Cowichan people’s cultural identity.”

Synonyms

  • First Nations
  • Indigenous

Antonyms

  • non-Indigenous
  • settler