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Hiawatha Definition & Meaning

hiawatha
noun
  1. a Native American chieftain who argued for peace with the European settlers (16th century)

"Hiawatha" in song lyrics

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  • "sports zone hiawatha"
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  • "nj restaurants lake hiawatha"
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  • "the links at hiawatha"
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Frequently asked questions

What does hiawatha mean?
a Native American chieftain who argued for peace with the European settlers (16th century)
What part of speech is hiawatha?
Hiawatha is a noun.

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