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This document explores the humorous wordplay in Coast Salish languages, linking it to historical lexical taboos related to the names of deceased individuals. It highlights the cultural significance of homonymy and puns, suggesting that these linguistic features reflect Native cultural values and perceptions. The study provides examples of puns and proposes further investigation into the relationship between word avoidance and humor in Coast Salish traditions.
- Author
- kihgjy
- Language
- EN