Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
aranda
noun
/əˈrændə/
Definition
Aranda refers to a group of Aboriginal people known for their strong cultural heritage and connection to the land.
Examples
- The Aranda people have lived in Central Australia for thousands of years.
- Many Aranda words are still used in contemporary Australian English.
- Traditional Aranda songs tell the stories of their ancestors and the Dreamtime.
Meaning
The term can signify the people themselves as well as their language and traditions.
Synonyms
- Aboriginal
- Indigenous
- Native Australian