Paiute Definition

paiute
noun
  1. a member of either of two Shoshonean peoples (northern Paiute and southern Paiute) related to the Aztecs and living in the southwestern United States
  2. the Shoshonean language spoken by the Paiute

"Paiute" in song lyrics

See how paiute is used in real songs:

  • "san juan southern paiute"
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  • "colorado chief oruay paiute"
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Usage tips for "paiute"

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