Meaning & use

Cochise

proper noun·Advanced

A 19th-century Chiricahua Apache leader known for resisting American and Mexican expansion into Apache territory.

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Cochise led his people in years of conflict before finally negotiating peace with the U.S. Army.

A county in southeastern Arizona was later named Cochise in his honor.

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A specific historical figure's name; capitalize it and use it only in reference to the Apache leader or places named after him.

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