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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.

Cherokee

/ˈtʃɛrəˌki/ /ˈtʃɛrəki/

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.

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