n. & adj.
--n.
1. a an American Indian tribe formerly inhabiting much of the southern US. b a member of this tribe.
2 the language of this tribe.
--adj. of or relating to the Cherokees or their language.
Phrases and idioms:
Cherokee rose a fragrant white rose, Rosa laevigata, of the southern US.
Etymology: Cherokee Ts{aacute}lagi