noun
- Plural of Apache; members of a Native American people originally inhabiting the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
- The language spoken by the Apache people, belonging to the Athabaskan language family.
Usage: Capitalized when referring to the people or their culture; Often used in historical and anthropological contexts
Usage: Capitalized; also called Apache language
Examples
- The Apaches were skilled horsemen and warriors.
- Many Apaches lived in the desert regions of Arizona and New Mexico.
- The Apache language is still spoken by some community members today.
- Geronimo was one of the most famous Apache leaders.
- Apache culture has a rich tradition of storytelling and craftsmanship.