Definitions

1. noun

Members of the mound-building peoples of the Mississippian culture, particularly in the Ohio and Mississippi river valleys, especially the Mississippian culture’s warriors.

“The Moundsmen were skilled archers and built elaborate earthen structures throughout the region.”

2. noun

Members of the Cincinnati Red Stockings baseball team (1869-1870), known for their nine-player strong pitching rotation.

“The Moundsmen were an impressive team in the early days of professional baseball.”