Chichimecan

/ˌtʃɪtʃɪˈmeɪkən/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to the Chichimec peoples of northern Mexico, their cultures, or their characteristics.

Etymology

From Chichimec with the suffix -an (relating to); follows English adjectival formation patterns applied to indigenous group names.

Kelly Says

Adding -an or -ian to group names (American, Mexican, Canadian) is such a standard English pattern that we rarely notice it—but it shows how fully many indigenous names have been incorporated into English grammar.

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