Powhatan
[pou-uh-tan, -hat-n]
- a member of any of the Indian tribes belonging to the Powhatan Confederacy.
- the Eastern Algonquian language spoken by the Powhatan people.
- c1550–1618, North American Indian chief in Virginia, father of Pocahontas and founder of the Powhatan Confederacy.
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Contemporary Examples
In 1622, just months after “the first Thanksgiving,” 347 colonists were killed in an attack by Powhatan Indians.
Historical Examples
Long and earnestly Powhatan talked to her, and she listened intently.
Ten American Girls From HistoryKate Dickinson Sweetser
Then Powhatan, who ruled them all, raised his hand and stopped their clamor.
The Story of Pocahontas and Captain John SmithE. Boyd Smith
He had been sent by Powhatan to count the English, that he might learn their strength.
The Story of Pocahontas and Captain John SmithE. Boyd Smith
Smith does not report what he said to Powhatan, or Powhatan to him.
Pioneers of the Old SouthMary Johnston
Here he found no less a personage than Powhatan's daughter Pocahontas.
Pioneers of the Old SouthMary Johnston
Powhatan
- American Indian name Wahunsonacock. died 1618, American Indian chief of a confederacy of tribes; father of Pocahontas
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