Shasta (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A volcanic mountain peak in the Cascade Range in northern California (14,162 feet high).

Classification

Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).

Synonyms

• Mount Shasta

Meaning ²

A member of the Indian people of northern California and southern Oregon.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

• The Shasta people traditionally lived along the Klamath River in northern California and southern Oregon.
• Shasta baskets are highly prized for their intricate designs and fine craftsmanship.
• In the early 19th century, the Shasta population was significantly reduced due to disease and violence from European-American settlers.
• The Shasta language is part of the Shastan language family and was traditionally spoken by the Shasta people.
• Many Shasta descendants continue to live in the Klamath River region and work to preserve their cultural heritage.

Hypernyms

• Hoka

Meaning ³

The Shastan language spoken by the Shasta.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.