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English > 1 sense of the expression Chief Joseph:
NOUNperson Chief Joseph, Josephleader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904 )
English > Chief Joseph: 1 sense > noun 1, person
Meaningleader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904 ).
SynonymJoseph
Instance ofIndian chief, Indian chieftainThe leader of a group of Native Americans
Nez PerceA member of a tribe of the Shahaptian people living on the pacific coast