ˈindēəˌnizəm, -dyəˌn- noun
( -s )
Usage: usually capitalized
1. : the qualities or culture distinctive or felt to be distinctive of Indians, especially of American Indians
2.
a. : action or policy directed toward furthering the interests and culture of Indians, especially of American Indians
b. : specialized interest in or emulation or glorification of the arts and crafts and other achievements of Indians, especially of American Indians
3. : a word or phrase distinctive or felt to be distinctive of the speech of Indians, especially of American Indians