Nootka (Noun)
Meaning 1
A member of the Wakashan people living on Vancouver Island and in the Cape Flattery region of northwestern Washington.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The Nootka people have traditionally resided on the west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
- Nootka villages were often located near the ocean to facilitate fishing and trade.
- In the 18th century, European explorers encountered the Nootka people and began to establish trade relationships.
- The Nootka language is part of the Wakashan language family and is still spoken by some community members today.
- The Nootka people are known for their skilled craftsmanship, particularly in woodworking and basket weaving.
Meaning 2
A Wakashan language spoken by the Nootka.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.