Indigenous
(adjective)
- Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
- Relating to or characterizing a particular people or culture that has a long history of living in a specific region.
Origin:
Late 16th century (in the sense "originating or produced in a particular place"): from latin indigena, from in- "in" + genus "race, stock".
Examples:
- The indigenous people have a rich cultural heritage.
- Indigenous flora and fauna are adapted to the local environment.
- The indigenous music is an important part of the local identity.
- Indigenous remedies have been passed down from generation to generation.
- The indigenous language is in danger of becoming extinct.