what is the meaning of Indian chief?

Question

how do you use the term? how is it originated?

Answer 1

Indian chief - the leader of a group of native Americans.
ADJECTIVE: 1. Highest in rank, authority, or office. 2. Most important or influential.

*The group of Indian Chiefs were known for their fierceness in battle.*

Although the word "chief" in American English has become widely
associated with indigenous Americans, the word is actually much older than the white people's arrival in America. It is derived from the Latin word "kaput," which meant "head."
Like most English words derived from Latin, "chief" came to us by way of the French, which explains why it is so similar to "chef," which is short for "chef de cuisine," meaning "head of the kitchen."

Answer 2

Indian chief is the leader of the tribe. It orginated from the first indians. You would say he is the Indian chief. Or the indian chief is huge. If used as slang, it would mean you think you are the leader of your group.

Answer 3

as a native indian the word chief was never used . they where called speakers for the tribes not chiefs