Definition of Amerindian

refers to the indigenous peoples of the Americas

Examples of Amerindian in a sentence

While we often refer to the original inhabitants of North America as Native Americans, the correct term is Amerindians.  🔊

While the native people of North America are usually thought of when Amerindians are mentioned, the term includes the natives of both Latin and South America as well.  🔊

The Apache, Comanche, and Iroquois were all Amerindian tribes that resided in North America before colonists arrived.  🔊

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