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Otoe

Otoe

1 9.9
A Native American person from a tribe that lived by the Platte and Missouri rivers in Nebraska
  • noun
  • /ˈoʊtoʊ/
: otoe
  • An Otoe leader signed the treaty with the United States government.

Examples

  • The Otoe lived along the banks of the Missouri River for centuries.

  • Many Otoes still practice traditional ceremonies today.

  • Many Otoe traditions continue to be practiced today.

  • The Otoe people have a rich cultural heritage.

  • The Otoe are a Native American tribe known for their rich cultural heritage in the Nebraska region.

  • During our visit to Nebraska, we learned about the traditions of the Otoe people who historically lived along the Missouri River.

  • The Otoe community has preserved many of their customs and stories, reflecting their deep connection to the land.

Synonyms

Oto
vsOtoe
1 9.9

A person from a Native American tribe in Nebraska

is the modern or alternative spelling for that same people

Surface Forms

Otoe singular
Otoes plural

Etymology

Otoe comes from the name this Native American people used for themselves in the Chiwere language, a name later picked up by early European explorers. So, an Otoe is a person who belongs to that people.