skimo

Example:In the original film, the Inuit and skimo characters were interchangeable, with both terms used to describe the population typical of the setting.

Definition:A member of any of various peoples inhabiting the arctic regions, especially the coastal parts of Greenland, Canada, and Alaska, known for their traditional hunting and fishing practices and reliance on the natural polar environment for their livelihood, as well as their distinct culture and visible traditions, but often used in an overgeneralized or stereotypical manner in media or stage productions, similar to the depiction of a skimo character.

Example:The Arctic Indian(s) were played by a group of actors who wore elaborate skimo costumes to match the setting of the film.

Definition:An individual from a group of Native American peoples living in the Arctic regions of North America, known for their traditional Arctic adaptations, hunting, and fishing practices, but often stereotypically depicted in theatrical or film productions, such as the skimo character portrayal.