Atsugewi

proper noun

Meaning

A member of a Native American group historically inhabiting the Hat Creek and Burney Valley areas of California, or the Palaihnihan language spoken by this group.

Examples

The Atsugewi people have maintained a deep cultural connection to the volcanic lands of northeastern California for generations.
Linguists have studied the Atsugewi language to better understand the distinct grammatical structures of the Palaihnihan family.

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Atsugewi

proper noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæt.səˈɡiː.wi/

Definition

A member of a Native American group historically inhabiting the Hat Creek and Burney Valley areas of California, or the Palaihnihan language spoken by this group.

Examples

The Atsugewi people have maintained a deep cultural connection to the volcanic lands of northeastern California for generations.
Linguists have studied the Atsugewi language to better understand the distinct grammatical structures of the Palaihnihan family.
Many historical records document the traditional hunting and gathering practices of the Atsugewi in the Pit River drainage area.

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