Cheyenne
0 antonyms and opposites of Cheyenne, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A member of the Cheyenne, an Indigenous people of the Great Plains in North America.
Etymology
Borrowed via French from a Dakota word describing people who "speak differently" or unintelligibly — an outside name rather than what the Cheyenne called themselves.
Full origin of Cheyenne →Frequently asked questions
What does “Cheyenne” mean?
The word “Cheyenne” means a member of the Cheyenne, an Indigenous people of the Great Plains in North America. In plain terms, refers to a Native American nation of the Great Plains, and also the capital city of Wyoming named for them.
How do you pronounce “Cheyenne”?
“Cheyenne” is pronounced sheye-AN (/ʃaɪˈæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Cheyenne” in a sentence?
Here is “Cheyenne” used in a sentence: “The Cheyenne were among the tribes involved in the Battle of the Little Bighorn.”
What part of speech is “Cheyenne”?
Depending on how it is used, “Cheyenne” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “Cheyenne” come from?
The word “Cheyenne” comes from French. Borrowed via French from a Dakota word describing people who "speak differently" or unintelligibly — an outside name rather than what the Cheyenne called themselves.
Is “Cheyenne” a common word?
“Cheyenne” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Cheyenne” have?
“Cheyenne” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of the Cheyenne, an Indigenous people of the Great Plains in North America.