Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cayuga

noun
/ˌkaɪ.jʊ.ɡə/
Definition
Cayuga refers to a Native American tribe from the Iroquois Confederacy and also to a lake in New York, named after the tribe.
Examples
  • The Cayuga Nation has a rich cultural history.
  • Lake Cayuga is one of the largest of the Finger Lakes in New York.
Meaning
The term ‘Cayuga’ relates to the people and culture of the Cayuga tribe, as well as the geographical landmark that carries their name.
Synonyms
  • Cayuga tribe
  • Cayuga Lake