sachamaker

/sækəˈmeɪkər/

Definitions

1. noun

a maker of sachems, especially a hereditary chieftain or sachem among the Iroquois

“In the Iroquois tribe, the sachamaker held a position of great respect and authority.”

2. noun

a person who has the right to make sachems

“The sachamaker was responsible for selecting the next leader of the tribe.”

Synonyms

  • chieftain
  • sachem

Antonyms

  • commoner