adj
autochthonous
Autochthonous (adj) means Native to the place where found; indigenous.
adj
1
Native to the place where found; indigenous.
2
Originating where found; found where it originates.
3
Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation.
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Etymology
Literally, “native to the soil”; from autochthon + -ous.
Rhymes for autochthonous
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What is the meaning of autochthonous?
"autochthonous" (adj) means native to the place where found; indigenous.
What are the different meanings of autochthonous?
"autochthonous" has 3 main meanings: 1. Native to the place where found; indigenous; 2. Originating where found; found where it originates; 3. Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation.