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Autochthonous (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Of rocks, deposits, etc.; found where they and their constituents were formed.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The autochthonous rocks were found to have formed in the same location where they were discovered.
  • The geologists were able to identify the autochthonous deposits by analyzing the surrounding rock formations.
  • The study revealed that the autochthonous minerals had been formed through a complex geological process.
  • The researchers concluded that the autochthonous sedimentary rocks were a result of ancient erosion and deposition.
  • The autochthonous ore deposits were found to be rich in valuable minerals and metals.

Antonyms

  • Allochthonous

Meaning 2

Originating where it is found; "the autochthonal fauna of Australia includes the kangaroo"; "autochthonous rocks and people and folktales"; "endemic folkways"; "the Ainu are indigenous to the northernmost islands of Japan".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The autochthonous flora of the island has been preserved due to its remote location and lack of human interference.
  • The museum features an exhibit on the autochthonous cultures of the Amazon rainforest, highlighting their unique traditions and customs.
  • The autochthonous wildlife of the Galapagos Islands has fascinated scientists and tourists alike for centuries.
  • The Ainu are an autochthonous people who have lived in the northernmost islands of Japan for thousands of years.
  • The autochthonous music of the region is characterized by the use of traditional instruments and melodies that have been passed down through generations.

Synonyms

  • Autochthonal
  • Autochthonic
  • Indigenous
  • Endemic
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