snoquamish

/ˌsoʊkwəˈmɪʃ/ (SOH-kwuh-MISH)

Definitions

1. proper noun

A tribe of indigenous peoples native to the Pacific Northwest region of North America, primarily residing in what is now Washington state.

“The Snoquamish Tribe has a long history of cultural and linguistic heritage.”

2. noun

A person belonging to the Snoquamish tribe.

“She is a Snoquamish native who has been studying her tribe’s history.”

Synonyms

  • Puget Sound Salish
  • Snoqualmie

Antonyms

  • non-indigenous
  • settler