luiseno

/ˌluːɪsɛnoʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a Native American people formerly inhabiting southern California.

“The Luiseno tribe played a significant role in the region’s history.”

2. proper noun

Referring to a specific group or community of the Luiseno people.

“The Luiseno Reservation is home to many descendants of the original tribe.”

Synonyms

  • Indigenous
  • Native American

Antonyms

  • non-Native
  • settler