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aboriginary

|ab-o-rig-i-na-ry|

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/ˌæbəˈrɪdʒɪˌnɛri/

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/ˌæbəˈrɪdʒɪnəri/

original inhabitants

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aboriginary' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aborigines,' where 'ab-' meant 'from' and 'origo' meant 'origin.'

Historical Evolution

'aborigines' transformed into the English word 'aboriginary' 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

an original inhabitant of a region.

The aboriginary of the area have lived there for thousands of years.

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Adjective 1

relating to the original inhabitants of a region.

The aboriginary culture of the island is rich and diverse.

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Last updated: 2025/04/04 21:06