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pontiac

/ˈpɒn.ti.æk/

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noun

/ˈpɒn.ti.æk/C1formalamerican
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к знаменитому вождю племени оттава, который возглавил неудачное восстание против британцев (1715-1769).

A proper noun referring to a famous chief of the Ottawa who led an unsuccessful rebellion against the British (1715-1769).

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Native American ChiefB2formal

    A famous chief of the Ottawa tribe who led an unsuccessful rebellion against the British in the 18th century.

    ruВождь Оттавы

    • Pontiac is remembered for his leadership during the conflict known as Pontiac's War.
    • The chief Pontiac united several tribes against British expansion.
    • Historians study Pontiac's strategies and his impact on colonial history.
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