Piman
Americannoun
adjective
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pertaining or belonging to such a language grouping.
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of or relating to the Pima or their language.
Etymology
Origin of Piman
Example Sentences
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“I’ve heard from some friends — not others,” he said as he bought pastries and bread at the Piman Bouk Bakery.
From New York Times • Oct. 8, 2016
At the Piman Bouk Bakery, murals, both inside and out, portray a verdant and abundant Haiti in the manner of much of the country’s art.
From New York Times • Oct. 8, 2016
As the Indians of the Yuman stock speak an entirely different language from the Indians of the Piman stock, it is unlikely they were united in the original invading army.
From Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights Being the myths and legends of the Pimas of Arizona by Lloyd, J. William
It would appear that the Piman mind confused clouds of smoke and clouds of vapor, and because tobacco made clouds it was probably supposed to be potent in begetting rain.
From Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights Being the myths and legends of the Pimas of Arizona by Lloyd, J. William
This was the darkest spot in Piman life.
From Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights Being the myths and legends of the Pimas of Arizona by Lloyd, J. William
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