Indian Agent (Noun)
Meaning
A representative of the federal government to American Indian tribes (especially on Indian reservations).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Indian agent was responsible for overseeing the distribution of food and supplies to the tribe.
- As the newly appointed Indian agent, she worked to improve the living conditions on the reservation.
- The tribe's leaders met with the Indian agent to discuss their concerns about the proposed land development project.
- Historically, Indian agents played a significant role in the forced assimilation of Native American children into white culture.
- The Indian agent's office was located in the center of the reservation, making it easily accessible to the community.