aboriginal
Translation
aboriginal, indigenous, native
Examples
They studied the aboriginal plants of the region.
They studied the aboriginal plants of the region.
This is an aboriginal custom of the local tribe.
This is an aboriginal custom of the local tribe.
Grammar Patterns
aboriginal ((noun)) relating to the original inhabitants of a place. We learned about aboriginal traditions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: indigenous, native, original; Antonyms: foreign, introduced
Etymology
From Latin 'ab origine', meaning 'from the beginning'. 'ab' (from) + 'origine' (origin).
Memory Tips
Think 'ab' (from) + 'original'. It means 'from the original' inhabitants.