Gaspesian

English

Etymology

Derived from the Mi'kmaq word Kespek, +‎ -ian.

Noun

Gaspesian (plural Gaspesians or Gaspesian)

  1. (US, Canada) A member of the Mi'kmaq people of Gaspé.

Usage notes

The term was used by the North American settlers in colonial records, as well as the term Souriqouis.

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