Modoc

[ moh-dok ]

noun

, plural Mo·docs, (especially collectively) Mo·doc.

1. a member of an American Indian people belonging to the Lutuamian group and ranging from southern Oregon to northern California.

Example Sentences

Near the Oregon border, another coalition is seeking monument status for an area known as Sáttítla that extends over parts of the Shasta-Trinity, Klamath and Modoc national forests.

From Los Angeles Times

The geologically unique area is a spiritual center for the Pit River and Modoc tribes and serves as habitat for protected species, including the bald eagle and northern spotted owl.

From Los Angeles Times

They recently fought fires in both the Tahoe and Modoc national forests, where temperatures were in the 100s.

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s a paintbrush. It’s not like it was a knife or rock,” said Ed Obayashi, a deputy sheriff and policy advisor for the Modoc County Sheriff’s Department and use of force expert.

From Los Angeles Times

Wendy Carpenter, who owns the 1 1/2-acre Christopher Farm in Modoc, Indiana, uses some sustainable farming techniques to do that.

From Seattle Times