osage

• Substantivo próprio que designa um povo indígena dos Estados Unidos originário do Missouri, sua língua ou um rio do Missouri, afluente do rio Missouri.

A proper noun referring to a Native American people originally from Missouri, their language, or a river in Missouri that is a tributary of the Missouri River.

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1. Indigenous PeopleB2formalamerican

   A member of a Native American tribe originally from the Ohio and Mississippi river valleys, later relocated to a reservation in Oklahoma.

   Povo indígena

   • The Osage were known for their warrior culture and rich artistic traditions.
   • Oil was discovered on Osage lands in the early 20th century, bringing wealth to the tribe.
   • The Osage Nation today operates its own government and businesses in Oklahoma.

2. B2formalamerican

   A river in Missouri that flows into the Missouri River, known for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities.

   Rio Osage

   • The Osage River is a popular destination for fishing and canoeing.
   • The river winds through the Ozark Mountains before joining the Missouri.
   • Several dams along the Osage River generate hydroelectric power.

3. C1formalamerican

   The Dhegiha Siouan language spoken by the Osage people, now critically endangered with revitalization efforts underway.

   Osage

   • The Osage language is part of the Siouan language family.
   • Elders are working to teach the Osage language to younger generations.
   • Linguists have documented the grammar and vocabulary of Osage.