Indigen (Noun)
Meaning
An indigenous person who was born in a particular place; "the art of the natives of the northwest coast"; "the Canadian government scrapped plans to tax the grants to aboriginal college students".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The local indigen crafted a beautiful wooden canoe that showcased the traditional skills of his people.
- The museum featured an exhibit on the art and culture of the indigen of the region, highlighting their unique perspective and contributions.
- As an indigen, she felt a deep connection to the land and was working to preserve the traditional language and stories of her ancestors.
- The government's decision to cut funding to programs supporting indigenous education was met with outrage from the local indigen community.
- The artist's use of traditional indigen motifs and symbols added a rich layer of meaning and depth to her work.