What is another word for piute?

Pronunciation: [pˈɪjuːt] (IPA)

Piute is a term that refers to a Native American tribe that once inhabited the western regions of North America. The Piute people were known for their hunting and gathering lifestyles, and their unique culture and traditions. Some synonyms for the word "Piute" include Paiute, Nuwuvi, and Numa. These terms are all used to describe the same group of indigenous people, who were an integral part of the history and culture of the American West. Although the Piute people have faced many challenges over the years, their resilient spirit and rich cultural heritage continue to inspire and educate others today.

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What are the hypernyms for Piute?

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

    Native American, indigenous people, indigenous american, Indigenous American tribe, Native American Tribe.

Usage examples for Piute

One evening a low-down terra-cotta-colored piute swiped two of Mr. Watkins' paint ponies and by stealth, under cover of the cloaking twilight, went away with them into the far mysterious spaces of the purpling sage.
"One Third Off"
Irvin S. Cobb
The Claywall physician came into the little room as silently as a piute.
"They of the High Trails"
Hamlin Garland
"I didn't put it out just the way I had it in my head, but she 'peared to sense enough of it to call me a piute for butting in.
"They of the High Trails"
Hamlin Garland

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