Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
autoctone
Adjective
/ɔːˈtɒk.tən/
Definition
A word used to describe something that is native or indigenous to a particular place.
Examples
- The autoctone plants in this region thrive without any external care.
- The autoctone communities have unique traditions that are passed down through generations.
- Scientists are studying autoctone species to understand their adaptation to the local environment.
Meaning
Referring to species, people, or cultures that originate from a specific region.
Synonyms
- Indigenous
- Native
- Local