niijii

Etymology
A vocative form perhaps derived from (my brother)

Noun

 * 1) my friend
 * 2) a Native American
 * 1) a Native American

Usage notes
niijii is a form of direct address (vocative) traditionally used by men talking to each other.

It is also proposed by Native activists as a replacement for the terms "Indian" and "Native American". niijii can be used by any Native person to refer to themselves or their people, regardless of origin.