Native ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Native ( adjective )

1. Relating to or originating from the place where one was born or where one belongs by birth.
2. Relating to or originating in a particular country or region.
3. Living or growing naturally in a particular region or environment.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french natif, -ive or latin nativus "born, innate", from natus, past participle of nasci "be born".

Examples:

1. He is a native of New York City.
2. She is a native speaker of French.
3. The island is home to many native species of plants and animals.
4. The native people have lived in this region for thousands of years.
5. Native talent and hard work helped him to achieve success.

(As a noun)

Native ( noun )

1. Relating to or originating from the place where one was born or where one belongs by birth.
2. Relating to or originating in a particular country or region.
3. Living or growing naturally in a particular region or environment.

Origin:

Late middle english: from old french natif, -ive or latin nativus "born, innate", from natus, past participle of nasci "be born".

Examples:

1. He is a native of New York City.
2. She is a native speaker of French.
3. The island is home to many native species of plants and animals.
4. The native people have lived in this region for thousands of years.
5. Native talent and hard work helped him to achieve success.