noun

Comanche

kuh-MANT-shee

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Comanche (noun) means a member of a Native American nation historically based in Texas and Oklahoma, known for their skill as horseback warriors and buffalo hunters. Example: “The museum exhibit traced Comanche history from the southern Plains to the present day.”

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A member of a Native American nation historically based in Texas and Oklahoma, known for their skill as horseback warriors and buffalo hunters.

"The museum exhibit traced Comanche history from the southern Plains to the present day."

The Uto-Aztecan language spoken by the Comanche people.

"Comanche is closely related to Shoshone."

How to use Comanche

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In plain EnglishRefers to the Comanche Native American nation, their language, or their culture.

Common pairings

Comanche Nation Comanche language Comanche territory

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Plural: Comanches

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Etymology

Borrowed from Spanish comanche, likely adapted from a Ute word meaning "enemy" or "stranger." The Comanche people's own name for themselves is Nʉmʉnʉʉ, "the people."

Origin: Spanish

Rhymes for Comanche

tranche Blanche avalanche

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Comanche” mean?

The word “Comanche” means a member of a Native American nation historically based in Texas and Oklahoma, known for their skill as horseback warriors and buffalo hunters. In plain terms, refers to the Comanche Native American nation, their language, or their culture.

How do you pronounce “Comanche”?

“Comanche” is pronounced kuh-MANT-shee (/kəˈmænt͡ʃi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Comanche” in a sentence?

Here is “Comanche” used in a sentence: “The museum exhibit traced Comanche history from the southern Plains to the present day.”

What part of speech is “Comanche”?

“Comanche” is a noun.

Where does the word “Comanche” come from?

The word “Comanche” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish comanche, likely adapted from a Ute word meaning "enemy" or "stranger." The Comanche people's own name for themselves is Nʉmʉnʉʉ, "the people.".

How many meanings does “Comanche” have?

“Comanche” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of a Native American nation historically based in Texas and Oklahoma, known for their skill as horseback warriors and buffalo hunters.

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