indigenous — originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/
Example Sentences
- The koala is indigenous to Australia, so you won't find wild koalas ordering pizza in New York.
- Indigenous plants are better adapted to local climate conditions.
- The museum displays indigenous art from various tribes around the world.
indigenous
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈdɪdʒənəs/]
originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native
The indigenous elder teaches children traditional weaving passed down for centuries.
Indigenous beauty tremendous, destruction horrendous
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'indigena' meaning 'native' or 'sprung from the land', derived from 'indu' (in) and 'gignere' (to beget or produce). The suffix '-ous' was added in English to form an adjective.
Breakdown
in- (in) + -digen- (born/produced) + -ous (adjective suffix) = indigenous
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📝Examples
“The koala is indigenous to Australia, so you won't find wild koalas ordering pizza in New York.”
“Indigenous plants are better adapted to local climate conditions.”
“The museum displays indigenous art from various tribes around the world.”
“My grandmother's indigenous recipe for kimchi has been passed down for generations, unlike my indigenous talent for burning toast.”
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