chiman

noun

chi·​man

chə̇ˈmän

plural chimanes

-ä(ˈ)nās

: a shaman-priest of the Mam Indians whose function is to mediate between humans and the supernatural through prayers, soothsaying, and divination

Word History

Etymology

American Spanish chimán, from Mam

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

• More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
• Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
• Advanced search features
• Ad free!