Sacajawea

American  

[sak-uh-juh-wee-uh] / ˌsæk ə dʒəˈwi ə /

Or Sacagawea

noun

1. Bird Woman, 1787?–1812?, Shoshone guide and interpreter: accompanied Lewis and Clark expedition 1804–05.

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Sacajawea Cultural  

1. A young Native American woman who guided Meriwether Lewis and William Clark on their expedition to explore territory gained through the Louisiana Purchase. (See Lewis and Clark expedition.)

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Her portrait is stamped on the golden dollar.

Example Sentences

The first confirmed case of avian flu in a mammal in Washington state was detected in a baby raccoon at Sacajawea Historical State Park in Pasco.

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North Central High School ranks 13th in the middle school list because of its acclaimed Institute of Science and Technology program for seventh- and eighth-graders, while Sacajawea ranked 26th overall.

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Of the district’s current 36 schools, others named for a woman are Eleanor Roosevelt, Sarah J. Anderson and Sacajawea elementaries.

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The first skier completed the run, which is near Sacajawea Peak, but Lupori fell and suffered traumatic injuries.

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For a quiet outdoor space, visit Sacajawea State Park.

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