Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shoshonean

Adjective
/ʃəʊˈʃoʊniən/
Definition
Relating to the Shoshone people or their language.
Examples
  • The Shoshonean languages include several dialects.
  • She studied the traditions of the Shoshonean culture.
  • The Shoshonean tribes have a rich history in the region.
Meaning
Shoshonean refers to the cultural and linguistic characteristics associated with the Shoshone tribe, which is a Native American group primarily found in the western United States.
Synonyms
  • Shoshone
  • Shoshonean Language