Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Algonquian
Adjective / Noun
/ælˈɡɒŋkwɪən/
Definition
Relating to a family of languages spoken by various Native American tribes, primarily in the northeastern United States and Canada.
Examples
- The Algonquian languages include languages like Ojibwe and Cree.
- The Algonquian tribes were some of the first to engage with European settlers.
Meaning
Algonquian refers to both a group of Native American languages as well as the indigenous peoples who speak these languages. It encompasses a wide range of tribes with diverse cultures.
Synonyms
- Algonquin
- Algonkin
- Algonquian languages
