Squamish

[skwom-ish, skwaw-mish]

noun

plural

Squamishes ,

plural

Squamish .

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.

adjective

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of Squamish¹

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

Example Sentences

Discover engaging art exhibitions and rich Indigenous culture all season long at the Audain Art Museum, Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and Whistler Museum, with a mountain’s worth of galleries and public art to discover.

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For more weekend walks, try nearby options: A quick, 0.6-mile stroll up Ludlow Falls Interpretive Trail, visiting Shine Tidelands State Park at the Squamish Harbor’s entrance or picnicking and clamming at Wolfe Property State Park.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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