Wyandotte

English

Proper noun

Wyandotte

1. Alternative spelling of Wyandot.
   • 1915 October 26, “WASHINGTON, Oct. 25.”, New York Times:

     The first Indian woman who ever appeared before the Supreme Court as a lawyer was admitted to practice there today. She is Mrs. Lyda B. Conley of Kansas City, a member of the Wyandotte tribe. John William Davis, Solicitor General of the United States, moved her admission to practice.

   • As they approached Knaggs recognised among them Jack Brandy, a Wyandotte chief, and George Blue Jacket, a Shawnee chief. - History of the Knaggs family of Ohio and Michigan

Noun

Wyandotte (plural Wyandottes)

1. A breed of poultry.
   • The Wyandotte is the classic example of a fine breed which has been spoiled through over-concentration on eggs to the detriment of other characteristics. (See ref. p39.)

References

• 1962: C.Arthur Pearson. Pictorial Poultry-Keeping. Cox & Wyman Ltd (2nd ed.)