gitksan

/ɡɪtˈkʰsan/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A First Nations people and an Indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest Coast, primarily living in British Columbia, Canada.

“The Gitksan people have a rich cultural heritage and have made significant contributions to the development of British Columbia.”

2. noun

A member of the Gitksan Nation.

“She is a Gitksan and has a deep connection to her ancestral lands.”

3. adjective

Relating to the Gitksan people or their culture.

“The Gitksan art exhibition showcased the vibrant culture of the region.”

Synonyms

  • Coast Salish
  • Tsimshian

Antonyms

  • non-Indigenous
  • non-native