SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
indigenous
adjective
Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Native to a place
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Usage distinction
Return to topIndigenous concerns native origin or natural occurrence. Local can include introduced species; endemic is narrower in biology, usually identifying restriction to a particular area.
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See indigenous in use
The garden features plants indigenous to the region.
Plants described as indigenous to the invented valley appeared on an older survey, before any gardeners had brought specimens from elsewhere.
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