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Tuscarora

Tuscarora

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The language spoken by a Native American people originally from North Carolina
  • noun
  • /ˌtʌskəˈrɔːrə/
translation icon : idioma tuscarora
  • The Tuscarora language is considered endangered, with only a few native speakers remaining.

Examples

  • Efforts are being made to revitalize Tuscarora in the local community.

  • He is studying Tuscarora as part of his research into Iroquoian languages.

  • The Tuscarora language is rich in history.

  • Are there any resources for learning Tuscarora?

  • The Tuscarora language, once widely spoken, is now being taught in schools to preserve its heritage.

  • Many cultural programs are dedicated to promoting the Tuscarora language among younger generations.

  • Linguists are documenting various aspects of Tuscarora to ensure its survival for future speakers.

Synonyms

Tuscarora language
vsTuscarora
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A language spoken by the Tuscarora people in northeastern North America

is stated as native to North America rather than regionally specific

Compounds

Tuscarora language
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A language spoken by the Tuscarora people in northeastern North America

Surface Forms

Tuscarora singular
Tuscaroras plural

Etymology

Tuscarora also names the language and comes from the same source, probably meaning 'hemp gatherers' or 'people of hemp' since hemp was useful in daily life. That's why the language is called Tuscarora — it is the speech of that people.