algon

Algon is a term that can refer to several different concepts, primarily related to Indigenous peoples of North America and their languages. The most common association is with the Algonquian languages, a large family of Indigenous languages spoken in North America. These languages are spoken by various Algonquian-speaking peoples who inhabit a wide geographic area, historically stretching from the Atlantic coast to the Rocky Mountains. Examples of distinct Algonquian languages include Ojibwe, Cree, and Blackfoot.

The term "Algonquin" also specifically refers to the Anishinaabe people who reside primarily in Quebec and Ontario, Canada. This group is one of the many Indigenous nations that speak an Algonquian language, though their language is distinct within the family. Historically, the Algonquin people were known for their interactions with early European colonists and their traditional territories.

In some contexts, "Algon" might be used as a shortened or informal reference to either the language family or the specific Algonquin First Nation. It is important to consider the context in which the term is used to determine the precise meaning intended.