Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

indigene

Noun

/ˈɪndɪˌdʒiːn/

Definition

A person or thing that is native or originating from a particular place.

Examples

The indigene of the region have a deep connection to the land and its resources.
Many indigenous tribes have their own unique traditions and languages that have been passed down through generations.

Meaning

Indigene refers to an individual or species that is original to a specific area, especially in the context of populations that have historical ties to a location, often in contrast to those that have settled or migrated there later.