Eskimo † [< Algonk., probably through Cdn F Esquimau with spelling influenced by Danish Eskimo; cf. Cree askimowew he eats it raw; Ojibwa askkimē raw-flesh eater]
See also: Husky
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1 n. a member of a large group of North American aborigines inhabiting the Arctic and northern coastal areas from Greenland to Siberia. Also spelled Esquimau (pl. -aux).
See also: Eskimo Indian Esquimau Husky (def. 1) Innuit (def. 1) Suckemo 'Skimo
2 n. the language of these people.
See also: Husky (def. 2) Innuit (def. 2)
3 n. one of an aboriginal breed of dog, Canis familiaris borealis, probably originating in Siberia, trained by the Eskimo to draw sleds and carry packs.
See also: Eskimo dog