klamath
klamath Lexical Profile
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North American A major river flowing approximately 257 miles from southern Oregon through northern California, emptying into the Pacific Ocean.
"Several obsolete dams along the Klamath have been targeted for removal to restore natural habitats for native salmon populations."
North American A Native American people traditionally inhabiting the area surrounding the Upper Klamath Lake and the Klamath River in southern Oregon and northern California.
"The Klamath traditionally relied on the region's vast wetlands and rivers for fishing, hunting, and gathering wocus seeds."
North American The Penutian language historically spoken by the Klamath and Modoc peoples of the Pacific Northwest.
"Linguists and tribal members are actively participating in revitalization programs to preserve and teach Klamath to younger generations."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Upper Chinookan word 'ɬámaɬ' ('they of the river'), which was adapted into English by early European explorers. The Klamath people's autonym is 'maqlaqs', meaning 'people'.