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eskimo (medicine)


eskimo


Origin: Originally applied by the Algonquins to the Northern Indians, and meaning eaters of raw flesh.

<ethnology> One of a peculiar race inhabiting Arctic America and Greenland. In many respects the Eskimos resemble the Mongolian race.

<zoology> Alternative forms: Esquimau] Eskimo dog, one of breed of large and powerful dogs used by the Eskimos to draw sledges. It closely resembles the gray wolf, with which it is often crossed.

Source: Websters Dictionary