Mohawk (noun)

1. A hairstyle in which the head is shaved except for a strip of hair down the middle of the scalp.
2. A member of a Native American people of New York state, originally of the Iroquoian language family.
3. A type of Native American headdress featuring feathers.

Origin:

Late 17th century: named after the mohawk people of new york state, us.

Examples:

1. The punk rocker sported a bold Mohawk hairstyle.
2. The Mohawk people were known for their skill in agriculture and canoe building.
3. The Mohawk headdress was a symbol of power and bravery for warriors.
4. The Mohawk language is part of the Iroquoian language family.
5. The Mohawk tribe was one of the Five Nations of the Iroquois Confederacy.