Squamish

American  

[skwom-ish, skwaw-mish] / ˈskwɒm ɪʃ, ˈskwɔ mɪʃ /

noun

• Squamishes,
  plural
• Squamish
  plural

1. Also called Sḵwx̱wú7mesh.  a member of a First Nation of the southwestern coast of British Columbia.

2. Also called Sḵwx̱wú7mesh sníchim.  the Salishan language of the Squamish.

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adjective

1. of or relating to the Squamish or their language.

Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• Squamish
  plural
• Squamishes
  plural

Etymology

Origin of Squamish

First recorded in 1840–50; from Ko'moks; see K'omoks ( def. )

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

Squamish

And finally, a minor but still annoying issue from Kelly of Squamish, British Columbia, who booked two tickets from Vancouver to Berlin, choosing Lufthansa so she and her husband could earn Star Alliance miles.

From New York Times ● Feb. 21, 2023

Other non-skiing attractions include soaking at the Scandinave Spa, a scenic ride on the Peak 2 Peak Gondola, a spin through the Audain Art Museum or an educational tour of the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 14, 2023

We loaded up on provisions in Squamish, but Whistler’s Fresh St. Market was leagues above in quality and not much more expensive if you want to cook a few meals to offset costs.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 13, 2023

In fact, claims by the Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh over the 11 acres now being developed by the Squamish contributed to the delay of a final court ruling.

From New York Times ● Aug. 23, 2022

But the great Squamish chief was beside him.

From The Shagganappi by E. Pauline Johnson