Wyandotte

//ˈwaɪənˌdɒt// name, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A member of the Wyandotte people.
  2. 2
    Alternative letter-case form of Wyandotte (breed of poultry). alt-of, uncommon
  3. 3
    A breed of poultry.

    "The Wyandotte is the classic example of a fine breed which has been spoiled through over-concentration on eggs to the detriment of other characteristics."

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative spelling of Wyandot. alt-of, alternative

    "As they approached Knaggs recognized among them Jack Brandy, a Wyandotte chief, and George Blue Jacket, a Shawnee chief."

  2. 2
    A placename:; A town in Ottawa County, Oklahoma, United States.
  3. 3
    A placename:; A former city and district of Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, United States.
  4. 4
    A placename:; A neighbourhood of Louisville, Kentucky, United States. Former name: Oakdale.
  5. 5
    A placename:; Ellipsis of Wyandotte County. abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis

Example

More examples

"As they approached Knaggs recognized among them Jack Brandy, a Wyandotte chief, and George Blue Jacket, a Shawnee chief."

Etymology

From Wyandot Wendat.

Related phrases

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