adirondacks
adirondacks Lexical Profile
• noun
American A major mountain massif located in northeastern New York State, known for its extensive wilderness area, numerous lakes, and distinctive dome-like peaks.
North American Outdoor lounge chairs characterized by a slanted back, wide armrests, and a seat that is higher in the front than the back.
"They sat in the wooden Adirondacks on the porch, watching the sun set over the lake."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Mohawk word 'ha-de-ron-dah' meaning 'barkeaters', originally a derogatory term for neighboring Algonquian tribes who were forced to eat tree bark during winter famines. The name was later applied to the mountain range in New York, and subsequently to the style of chair popularized in that region.
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