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Pronunciation: [alɡˈɒŋki͡ən] (IPA)

Algonkian is a term used to describe the indigenous peoples of North America who spoke one of the Algonquian languages. Synonyms for Algonkian include Algonquin, Abenaki, Micmac, and Ojibwe. These people inhabited regions stretching from the Atlantic coast to the Mississippi River and beyond, and have left a lasting impact on North American culture and history. They were skilled hunters, fishermen, and farmers, and also had a strong tradition of storytelling and spirituality. Despite the challenges they faced as a result of European colonization, Algonkian people continue to thrive and preserve their traditions today through language revitalization programs and community initiatives.

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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    language, native american language, American Indian language.

What are the hyponyms for Algonkian?

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Usage examples for Algonkian

This algonkian rock is about the right stratum for centipedes to dig in.
"The Last of the Plainsmen"
Zane Grey
They never became fur trappers in the same complete way as did the northern algonkian and Athapaskan peoples.
"Shoshone-Bannock Subsistence and Society"
Robert F. Murphy Yolanda Murphy
Purana Group - algonkian.
"The Birth-Time of the World and Other Scientific Essays"
J. (John) Joly

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