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Esselen

Noun - Proper

A Native American people from Central California.

Sample Sentence: The Esselen inhabited the region along the coast of what is now Monterey County.

Noun - Common

A member of the Esselen people.

Sample Sentence: My great-grandfather was an Esselen and he passed down many stories and traditions.

Adjective

Relating to the Esselen people or their language or culture.

Sample Sentence: The Esselen language is an important part of the tribe's cultural heritage.

Local Usage

Referring to something specific or unique to the Esselen people or their ancestral territory.

Sample Sentence: This traditional recipe uses a specific Esselen spice blend.