Meaning of the word eskimo

Answer 1

the word "eskimo" in the inuit language means "flesh eater" (as Inuits eat seal flesh) so the term eskimo has know been replaced by the word "inuit" as eskimo is now regarded as racist
Eaters of raw meat

Answer 2

If in Canada use the term Inuit as Eskimo is seen as derogatory. Most tribes elsewhere still accept Eskimo, except for those in Greenland, who prefer Greenlanders.

Answer 3

It is said to mean "eaters of raw meat" in some folklore of some Algonkian language, but also is said to mean "snowshoe-netter" in Montagnais.

Answer 4

The Inuit crossed the landbridge between modern day Russia and the United States, so I am sure it is safe to say that the Inuit are originally from Siberia.