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Slavey

Pronunciation: /ˈsleɪvi/

Definition of Slavey

noun (plural same or Slaveys)

  • 1a member of a Dene people of NW Canada.
  • 2 [mass noun] either of the two languages ( North and South Slavey) spoken by the Slavey.

adjective

  • relating to the Slavey or their languages.

Origin:

translating Cree awahkān 'captive, slave'

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