Hopi

Pronunciation
/HOH-pee/
Category
Cultural
Singular
Hopi
Plural
Hopi

Definition

A Native American tribe indigenous to the Southwestern United States, known for their rich cultural traditions and intricate pottery.

Etymology

From a term meaning 'the people of the mesas'.

Example

The Hopi people have a long history of cultivating corn and other crops in the arid regions of Arizona.

Related Terms

  • Native American
  • Southwest
  • pottery