DCHP-2

Toonik [< Esk.] DCHP-1 (pre-1967)

• 1 n.

  a word used by the Eskimo to indicate "a people earlier than themselves," possibly either Dorset or Thule culture Eskimos.

  See also: Tunit  

• 2 n.

  a creature of Eskimo folklore (probably derived from legends about the Tunit).

  See also: Torngak  Tunit  

• 3 n. — Trademark

  a sealskin doll made by Eskimos for selling as a novelty. It has red eyes, a pot belly, and long fangs. [See picture.]

  See also: Ookpik