Shoshone
noun
A member of a Native American people originally from the western United States, especially Nevada, Utah, and Idaho.
The Shoshone have a rich cultural heritage and have lived in the region for thousands of years.

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Shoshone culture,Shoshone language,Shoshone history
noun
A family of languages spoken by the Shoshone people, belonging to the larger Uto-Aztecan language family.
Shoshone is one of the several languages that the Uto-Aztecan family comprises.

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Academic
Shoshone dialect,Uto-Aztecan languages,Native American languages
noun
A member of a Native American people originally from the western United States, especially Nevada, Utah, and Idaho.
The Shoshone have a rich cultural heritage and have lived in the region for thousands of years.

Usage tips
Neutral
Shoshone culture,Shoshone language,Shoshone history
noun
A family of languages spoken by the Shoshone people, belonging to the larger Uto-Aztecan language family.
Shoshone is one of the several languages that the Uto-Aztecan family comprises.

Usage tips
Academic
Shoshone dialect,Uto-Aztecan languages,Native American languages
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Cultural Identity
Shoshone refers to a distinct ethnic group with their own traditions.
The Shoshone teach us about resilience and adaptability.
Language Context
Knowing about the Shoshone language can enrich understanding of American Indian cultures.
Many languages are endangered, including the Shoshone language.
Historical Significance
The Shoshone people have played a crucial role in the history of the American West.
The stories of the Shoshone can illuminate early American history.
Cultural Identity
Shoshone refers to a distinct ethnic group with their own traditions.
The Shoshone teach us about resilience and adaptability.
Language Context
Knowing about the Shoshone language can enrich understanding of American Indian cultures.
Many languages are endangered, including the Shoshone language.
Historical Significance
The Shoshone people have played a crucial role in the history of the American West.
The stories of the Shoshone can illuminate early American history.
Cultural Identity
Shoshone refers to a distinct ethnic group with their own traditions.
The Shoshone teach us about resilience and adaptability.
Language Context
Knowing about the Shoshone language can enrich understanding of American Indian cultures.
Many languages are endangered, including the Shoshone language.
Historical Significance
The Shoshone people have played a crucial role in the history of the American West.
The stories of the Shoshone can illuminate early American history.
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