Gaspesian

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English

Etymology

Derived from the Mi'kmaq word Kespek, +‎ -ian.

Proper noun

Gaspesian

  1. (US, Canada) The Mi'kmaq people of Gaspé.

Noun

Gaspesian (plural Gaspesians)

  1. A member of this people.

Usage notes

The term was used by the North American settlers in colonial records, as well as the term Souriqouis.

Anagrams

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