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Eskimo was given to the Inuits by there neighbouring tribes it means eatears of raw meat.
The name Inuits is what the prefer to be called and it simply means 'real people' or 'the people'
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The term "Eskimo" is considered outdated and offensive in many contexts. It was originally used by non-Inuit people and has historically been associated with derogatory stereotypes. The preferred term is Inuit, which is their own name for themselves and is considered more respectful and accurate.
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What is the name of an Eskimo's (Inuits's) ice shelter?
Inuits don't have ice shelters. They live in houses now.
What is the name of an Eskimo's (inuit) ice shelter?
Inuits don't have ice shelters. They live in houses now.
What is the name of an eskimo's insuits ice shelter?
An Eskimo's snow-built shelter is called an Igloo. This is not an Eskimo's "home" - they live in houses.
Who are the Inuit of Canada?
Inuits are also called eskimo`s
Who the are the Inuits?
Inuits are also called eskimo`s
Is it profitable to sell snow to the eskimos?
eskimo is politically incorrect, call them inuits, an no, there would be no profit
What does Eskimo mean in Inuit language?
"raw meat eater " this is one of the reasons why Inuits find it so offensive .
What do eskimo's do for fun?
Eskimo's, preferably called Inuits, mostly hunt as they think that hunting is their main job and they have an all meat diet which is supposed to keep them warm, but they do eat some berries. Hope it helped.
What do Inuits were?
Inuits mostly wear anything they hunt for example if they kill an animal they will use their fur to make clothes. This is wrong the Inuits wear mockisons and bear, moose fur. Also it is wear not were.
What is a word for Eskimo boat?
the name for an Eskimo boat is a kayak
Why were the Inuit called eaters of raw meat by the algonquins?
Before the Inuits were called "Eskimo" and the word comes from the Algonquian language and means "eaters of raw meat"
Did the Inuits eat meat raw?
im 10 and my we are studying Inuits in class and i asked my teacher and he told me that they did.
