Bayogoula

noun

Bay·​o·​gou·​la

ˌbī-ō-ˈgü-lə,

ˌbī-ə-

plural Bayogoula or Bayogoulas

1

: an extinct Muskogean people of southern Louisiana

2

: a member of the Bayogoula people

Word History

Etymology

Choctaw Báyuk-ókla, literally, bayou people

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now