Meaning of the word sachem in English
What does sachem mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sachem
US /ˈseɪtʃəm/
UK /ˈseɪtʃəm/
Noun
a chief of a North American Indian tribe or confederation (especially of the Algonquian or Iroquoian nations)
Example:
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The wise sachem led his people through difficult times.
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The council of sachems made important decisions for the tribe.