Aboriginal
|Ab-o-rig-i-nal|
B2
/ˌæbəˈrɪdʒɪnəl/
original inhabitants
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Aboriginal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aborigines,' where 'ab-' meant 'from' and 'origo' meant 'origin.'
Historical Evolution
'Aborigines' transformed into the English word 'Aboriginal,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Aboriginal.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'original inhabitants,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a member of the indigenous people of Australia.
The Aboriginals have a deep connection to the land.
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Adjective 1
relating to the original inhabitants of a region, especially in Australia.
The Aboriginal culture in Australia is rich and diverse.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 04:57