Mohawk Definition & Meaning

mohawk
noun
  1. a member of the Iroquoian people formerly living along the Mohawk River in New York State
  2. the Iroquoian language spoken by the Mohawk
  3. haircut in which the head is shaved except for a band of hair down the middle of the scalp

"Mohawk" in song lyrics

See how mohawk is used in real songs:

  • "from nappy headed, bald, blonde, bonet, a weave, and mohawk"
    Kish — Straight To Yer Grill
  • "We tight like indians with a mohawk"
    O.C. — Jewelz
  • "Dipped in mossy oak with a mullet mohawk"
    Yelawolf f/ Kid Rock — Let's Roll

Usage tips for "mohawk"

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