amerindian
/ˌæməˈrɪndiən/
adjective
- Relating to the Indigenous peoples of the Americas or their cultures.
- The Amerindian art in the gallery shows beautiful patterns and colors.
- They learned about Amerindian farming methods that are still used today.
- The museum has a special exhibit on Amerindian history.
noun
- A member of any of the Indigenous peoples of the Americas.
- Many Amerindians live in reservations and maintain their traditions.
- The author wrote a book about the life of an Amerindian in the Amazon.
- She met an Amerindian who taught her how to weave baskets.
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