Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salish
noun
/ˈsā-lish/
Definition
Salish refers to a family of languages spoken by indigenous peoples in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States and Canada.
Examples
- The Salish languages include Salishan dialects like Spokane and Flathead.
- The Salish people have a rich cultural heritage that includes art, storytelling, and traditional practices.
Meaning
The term also pertains to the cultures and communities of the Salishan people, who inhabit areas of British Columbia, Washington, and Montana.
Synonyms
- None (specific to the cultural and linguistic context)
