Caciques

/kəˈsiːks/ noun

Definition

Plural of cacique; multiple indigenous leaders or regional chiefs.

Etymology

The plural form of cacique, following both Spanish and English pluralization conventions (adding -s).

Kelly Says

Colonial documents often mention 'caciques' as a group, showing how entire networks of indigenous governance structures existed parallel to Spanish colonial hierarchies.

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