Antonyms for indigene


Grammar : Noun
Spell : in-di-jeen
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɪn dɪˌdʒin


Definition of indigene

Origin :
  • 1590s (adj.); 1660s (n.); from French indigène (16c.), from Latin indigena "sprung from the land," as a noun, "a native," literally "in-born" (see indigenous).
  • As in native : noun person born in the country in which he/she dwells
  • As in aborigine : noun first inhabitant
Example sentences :
  • The arguments for regarding this genus as an indigene of the 141 East are not strong.
  • Extract from : « Earthworms and their Allies » by Frank E. Beddard
  • Every indigene learns by hard experience to be courteous to a French soldier.
  • Extract from : « Under Two Flags » by Ouida [Louise de la Ramee]

Synonyms for indigene

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