Native American

a member of any of various indigenous peoples of the western hemisphere whose ancestors populated that territory prior to European colonization. When referring to the indigenous peoples of North America, the term American Indian is also used.

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March 13th 2025

fast muscle fiber

a type of muscle fiber found in skeletal muscle that contracts rapidly but fatigues readily. Compare slow muscle fiber.