Ahkwesáhsne

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Mohawk

Etymology

Literally, Land Where the Partridge Drums, from the abundant wildlife in the area.

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Proper noun

Ahkwesáhsne

  1. Akwesasne: A Mohawk territory in North America, at the triple point of the New York state, Ontario, Quebec border lying astride the Canada-United States international boundary.
  2. St. Regis Mohawk Reservation: A district of Akwesasne, New York state, United States

Hypernyms

territory within New York State
  • Ahkwesáhsne (US-Canada cross-border territory)

Hyponyms

cross-border territory

Descendants

  • English: Akwesasne
  • French: Akwesasne

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