Indian Reservation
/ˈɪn.di.ən ˌrɛz.ərˈveɪ.ʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A tract of land managed by a Native American tribe under the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, recognized as sovereign territory for the tribe's use and governance.
The tribe established a casino on their Indian reservation to promote economic development.
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- indian reservation
- indian reservations
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Commentary
The term specifically denotes land held in trust by the federal government for a tribe and entails distinct legal status affecting jurisdiction and governance.
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