Synonyms: indigenous, autochthonal, autochthonic, autochthonous, endemic
Definition: originating where it is found
Usage: 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
Similar words: native
Definition: characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
Usage: the native North American sugar maple; many native artists studied abroad