Meaning of the word mohawk in English
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mohawk
US /ˈmoʊ.hɑːk/
UK /ˈmoʊ.hɑːk/
Noun
1.
a member of an Iroquoian people of central New York
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The Mohawk people are known for their rich history and culture.
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Many Mohawk live in communities in Canada and the United States.
2.
a hairstyle in which the hair on the sides of the head is shaven, leaving a strip of longer hair in the center from the forehead to the nape of the neck
Example:
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He got a new mohawk for the concert.
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Her rebellious spirit was reflected in her bright pink mohawk.
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