pamunkey

/pæmʌŋki/

Definitions

1. noun

A Native American tribe formerly inhabiting the coastal areas of what is now Virginia, USA

“The Pamunkey tribe has maintained a strong connection to their ancestral lands.”

2. proper noun

A specific tribe or place name referring to the Pamunkey people

“The Pamunkey reservation is located in King William County, Virginia.”

3. river

A river in eastern Virginia, USA, named after the Pamunkey tribe

“The Pamunkey River flows into the York River.”

Synonyms

  • Native American tribe
  • Virginia tribe

Antonyms

  • European tribe