Teton
1 Americannoun
plural
Tetons,plural
Teton-
the westernmost branch of the Dakota Indians.
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a member of any of the tribes belonging to this branch, as the Brulé, Hunkpapa, Miniconjou, and Oglala.
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a dialect of the Dakota language.
noun
Example Sentences
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I have climbed the Grand Tetons of Wyoming, and hunted bull elk in the primitive area of Idaho.
From Literature
Sokol started an investment firm, Teton Capital, soon after leaving Berkshire to invest his wealth, which amounts to several hundred million dollars, according to people close to the matter.
Home of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks, Wyoming has a moderate cost of living and solid average Social Security income of $28,082, the report found.
From MarketWatch
He also helped ensure that Teton Pass, one of the nation’s premier destinations for backcountry recreation, remained open to the public.
This particular one, which depicts California’s crown jewel of natural wonders, is part of a collection designed by artist Gretchen Leggitt that also pays homage to the Grand Canyon, Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks.
From Los Angeles Times
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