Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Refers to a person, animal, or plant that originates and belongs naturally to a particular place or environment.
Native
/ˈneɪtɪv/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Her native language is Spanish.The forest is full of native plants.
Etymology:
The word native is derived from the Latin term nativus, meaning innate or born. It entered the English language through Old French during the 14th century, referring to the place of one's birth.
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