Definitions

1. noun

a member of a Native American people formerly inhabiting the Great Basin and Rocky Mountains regions of the United States

“The Shoshone tribe has a rich cultural heritage and a deep connection to the land.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Shoshone people or language

“The Shoshone language is a member of the Uto-Aztecan language family.”

3. proper noun

a specific tribe or people

“The Shoshone Nation is a federally recognized tribe in the United States.”