Tibetic language (6)

I believe the answer is:

sherpa

(Other definitions for sherpa that I've seen before include "Skilled mountaineer of the Himalayas" , "Native Himalayan mountain climber" , "Member of the Himalayan people famous for their skill as mountaineers" , "guide to range" , "Highly competent guide" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times and the USA Today.

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