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Pequot

Definition:

A term referring to the Pequot people, a Native American tribe originating from the northeastern United States.

Noun:

In a historical context, a member of the Pequot tribe.

Sense 1:

During the 17th century, the Pequots were one of the most powerful tribes in southern New England.

Sample Sentence: The Pequots inhabited an extensive region encompassing what is now Connecticut and Rhode Island.

Sense 2:

Modern-day descendants of the Pequots are actively involved in revitalizing their culture and reclaiming their ancestral lands.

Sample Sentence: Many Pequots now reside on the Mashantucket Pequot Reservation in Connecticut.

Additional Information:

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