Word of the DayWord of the Day · October 7, 2026
indigenous
- in-DIJ-uh-nus · adjective
- Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.
- “The project includes consultation with indigenous communities affected by the development.”
- Origin: From Latin 'indigena' meaning 'native,' from 'indu' (within) and 'gignere' (to beget).
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