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indigenousness

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in·dig·e·nous  (n-dj-ns)
adj.
1. Originating and living or occurring naturally in an area or environment. See Synonyms at native.
2. Intrinsic; innate.
[From Latin indigena, a native; see indigen.]
in·dige·nous·ly adv.
in·dige·nous·ness n.
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Noun1.indigenousness - nativeness by virtue of originating or occurring naturally (as in a particular place)
autochthony, endemism
nativeness - the quality of belonging to or being connected with a certain place or region by virtue of birth or origin


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