huastec

/ˈwɑsteɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a group of indigenous peoples that inhabited eastern Mexico, particularly in the regions of present-day Hidalgo and Puebla, from the 6th to the 16th century.

“The ancient Huastec civilization left behind impressive ruins in the region.”

Synonyms

  • Nahuatl
  • Totonac

Antonyms

  • non-indigenous
  • settler