Aleutian (Noun)
Meaning
A member of the people inhabiting the Aleutian Islands and southwestern Alaska.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Aleutian is known for his skilled kayak building and paddling abilities passed down from his ancestors.
- Researchers spent several years studying the unique customs and traditions of the Aleutian community in Unalaska.
- According to census data, there are only a few thousand people who identify as Aleutian, and their population is decreasing rapidly.
- Local elders reported that their ancestors migrated from Siberia thousands of years ago and established settlements on the Aleutian Islands.
- Scholars documented the linguistic diversity among Aleutians and concluded that they are distinct from the other Native American tribes.