Haudenosaunee
- noun
- /ˌhɔːdənoʊˈsoʊni/
- She is a proud Haudenosaunee who teaches traditional songs to local children.
Examples
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During the conference, a Haudenosaunee representative shared insights about their governance and social structures.
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Many Haudenosaunees participate in traditional ceremonies.
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The Haudenosaunee have a rich tradition of storytelling passed down through generations.
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Many Haudenosaunee communities celebrate their heritage with annual festivals and ceremonies.
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The Haudenosaunee have a rich cultural heritage.
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The Haudenosaunee continue to pass on their traditions through art and dance at cultural gatherings.
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As a Haudenosaunee, he actively participates in discussions about land rights and environmental stewardship.
Synonyms
A person from a group of Native American nations in the New York area who formed a strong alliance
A person from a Native American group originally from the Mohawk River valley in New York
A member of a Native American people first from North Carolina who later joined the Iroquois in New York
A member of the Iroquoian people who live in western New York south of Lake Ontario
A Native American person originally from the area east of Lake Ontario
A person from a Native American group originally from central New York
Surface Forms
Etymology
Haudenosaunee comes from the people's own language and means 'people of the longhouse'. A Haudenosaunee is a member of that group, a person who belongs to the nations that share the longhouse tradition.