Amerindian (Noun)
Meaning
Any member of the peoples living in North or South America before the Europeans arrived.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The amerindian tribes had a rich and diverse culture that varied depending on their geographical location.
- Archaeologists have discovered evidence of an ancient amerindian settlement in the Andes mountains.
- Before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors, amerindian populations dominated the landscape of Central and South America.
- Researchers are working to preserve the amerindian languages and customs of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon rainforest.
- Many amerindian groups were skilled hunters and gatherers, with a deep understanding of the natural world.