thlinget

/ˈθlɪnɪɡɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a member of the indigenous peoples who traditionally lived in the coastal regions of southeastern Alaska

“The thlinget tribe had a strong maritime culture.”

2. verb

to sing or chant in the traditional style of the thlinget people

“The thlinget women thlingeted to celebrate the summer solstice.”

Synonyms

  • Tlingit
  • Tlingits