What is another word for yokuts?

Pronunciation: [jˈə͡ʊkʌts] (IPA)

Yokuts is a word that refers to a group of indigenous people who are native to the San Joaquin Valley and Sierra Nevada Foothills of California. Synonyms for Yokuts include Tule-Kaweah, Mariposan, and Buena Vista Yokuts. The Yokuts people were known for their traditional practices such as hunting, fishing, and gathering wild plants. Unfortunately, their population has decreased significantly due to disease and displacement from their homelands. Despite this, efforts are being made to preserve their cultural heritage and language. Overall, the Yokuts people played an important role in the history of California and their legacy still lives on today.

What are the hypernyms for Yokuts?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Yokuts?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for yokuts (as nouns)

Usage examples for Yokuts

This idea is especially developed among the yokuts of the southern San Joaquin valley.
"The Religion of the Indians of California"
A. L. Kroeber
Among the yokuts the rattlesnake shamans annually held a public ceremony designed to prevent rattlesnake bites among the tribe.
"The Religion of the Indians of California"
A. L. Kroeber
Among some tribes, as the yokuts, the medicine-man who had lost several patients was held responsible for their death by their relatives.
"The Religion of the Indians of California"
A. L. Kroeber

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