Original meaning/use of Lakota term Wateca?

[Jonathan Holmes]

Howdy,
 
Most folks I know who speak Lakota, use the term watečá with the meaning being "leftovers."
 
I was curious if there was an earlier origin to the meaning or use of the term. 
 
Thanks,
Jonathan
































 
 
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