Cherokee - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Cherokee refers to a Native American people originally from the southeastern United States, their Iroquoian language, or their rich cultural heritage. It can also describe related traditions or artifacts.
Definition:
A Native American people originally from the southeastern United States, or their Iroquoian language.
Synonyms:
Tsalagi, Aniyunwiya, Cherokee Nation, Eastern Band
Part of Speech:
noun, adjective
Antonyms:
non-Native, outsider
Common Collocations:
Cherokee tribe, Cherokee language, Cherokee heritage, Cherokee culture
Derivatives:
Cherokees (plural), Cherokeean (adjective)
Usage Tips:
Use "Cherokee" as a noun for the people or language and as an adjective to describe related culture or history.
Common Phrases:
Trail of Tears, Cherokee rose, Cherokee syllabary
Etymology:
Derived from the Creek word "Chelokee," meaning "people of a different speech."
Examples:
- 1. The Cherokee have a rich cultural heritage.
- 2. She is learning to speak Cherokee fluently.
- 3. The Cherokee Nation is headquartered in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.
- 4. He wore a traditional Cherokee beadwork design.