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Indigenous

10 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native to a specific region or environment. Often used to describe people, animals, plants, or cultures that have existed in an area since earliest times.

The indigenous people of Australia have maintained their cultural traditions for thousands of years.

Pronunciation

IPA

/ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs/

Syllables

in·dig·e·nous

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10-letter word with three vowels including two I's and one O

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Worth 13 points; useful for placing G and D on premium squares

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