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chieftains

The correct spelling is chieftains.

How to pronounce chieftains

noun

Say it like: Chee-fta-yns

The correct spelling is chieftains. A leader of a clan or tribe. For example: "The robber chieftain divided up the spoils."

Usage Examples

The robber chieftain divided up the spoils.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A leader of a clan or tribe.
  2. 2.(by extension) A leader of a group.

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