Indigenousness (Noun)
Meaning
Nativeness by virtue of originating or occurring naturally (as in a particular place).
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The unique wildlife of Australia derives from its long-standing indigenousness to the continent.
- The fruit's indigenousness to tropical climates made it difficult to cultivate in cooler regions.
- Her presentation highlighted the indigenousness of various plant species in the protected area.
- The local conservation efforts focused on preserving the indigenousness of the forest ecosystem.
- Researchers were drawn to the region due to the indigenousness of diverse and rare mineral deposits.