Native American
noun
: a member of any of the indigenous peoples of the western hemisphere
especially
: a Native American of North America and especially the U.S. compare american indian
Native American
adjective
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If confirmed, Burgum would replace Deb Haaland, a former member of Congress who is the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary.
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Graham Kates, CBS News, 22 Nov. 2024
On my trip along the Colorado Plateau, many of the in-destination storytellers were Native American, specifically Hopi and Navajo (Diné).
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Star School, which has been serving the community for over 20 years, has a student body that is 99% Native American.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 19 Nov. 2024
What is Native American Heritage Month? Native American Heritage Month recognizes the traditions, languages and contributions of indigenous peoples in the United States, according to the National Park Service, including Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians and Island communities.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024
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Graham Kates, CBS News, 22 Nov. 2024
On my trip along the Colorado Plateau, many of the in-destination storytellers were Native American, specifically Hopi and Navajo (Diné).
—Eve Chen, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
Star School, which has been serving the community for over 20 years, has a student body that is 99% Native American.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 19 Nov. 2024
What is Native American Heritage Month? Native American Heritage Month recognizes the traditions, languages and contributions of indigenous peoples in the United States, according to the National Park Service, including Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians and Island communities.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Native American.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Native%20American. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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