👉 In the context of geography and anthropology, an "osage" is a term used to describe a Native American tribe that lived in what is now Oklahoma. Osages were part of the Confederacy, which was one of the three main tribes of the United States during the 19th century. They are known for their distinctive dress code, including long hair and beards, and for their traditional ways of life, such as hunting and gathering. Osages lived in a region that is now