ɔˈseɪdʒ

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a Native American people who traditionally lived in the region of the Great Plains, especially in what is now Oklahoma.

“The Osage tribe was known for their skilled horsemanship and fierce warrior culture.”

2. noun

A type of orange-colored stone or mineral, often used in jewelry.

“She wore an osage necklace to the party, and it drew many compliments.”

3. verb

To provide or pay for something, especially a debt or a loan, by using the value of something else, such as a property or an asset.

“The company was able to osage its employees’ bonuses by selling a portion of the business.”

4. verb

To travel or move from one place to another, often in a leisurely or casual manner.

“We will osage down to the beach on Saturday and spend the day soaking up the sun.”