guanche

/ˈɡwɑːntʃeɪ/ or /ɡˈwæntʃeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

An indigenous people who inhabited the Canary Islands from the time of the pre-Hispanic era until the Spanish conquest in the 15th century.

“The Guanche people had a complex system of governance and trade.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the Guanche people or their culture.

“The Guanche-style pottery is highly valued by collectors.”

Synonyms

  • aboriginal
  • indigenous

Antonyms

  • exotic
  • foreign