ˈsætʃəm

Definitions

1. noun

A Native American leader, especially one among the Algonquian peoples of northeastern North America, who held important spiritual and temporal powers.

“The sachem was a respected figure among his tribe, known for his wisdom and bravery.”

2. noun

A leader or chief of a Native American tribe.

“The sachem led his people through a time of great turmoil and change.”

3. verb

To act as a leader or chief, especially of a Native American tribe.

“He sachemed his people with great wisdom and foresight.”