native Definition
- 1belonging to a place as a permanent resident
- 2a person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth, whether subsequently resident there or not
- 3innate or natural
Using native: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "native" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She is a native of New York City.
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The native flora and fauna of the region are under threat.
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He speaks Spanish like a native.
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The tribe has a deep respect for their native traditions.
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The island has a rich history of native art and culture.
native Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using native
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After living in Bali for a year, she had gone native and started wearing traditional clothing.
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Although he had learned several languages, his native tongue was always the easiest for him to use.
a person who is born and raised in a particular place and has a strong connection to the land and culture of that place
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As a son of the soil, he felt a deep responsibility to protect the environment and preserve the traditions of his people.
Phrases with native
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Her native language is Mandarin, but she also speaks English fluently.
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He longed to return to his native land after years of living abroad.
native son/daughter
a person who was born and raised in a particular place and is seen as representing that place
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He was a native son of Chicago and always spoke fondly of his hometown.
Origins of native
from Latin 'nativus', meaning 'born, innate'
Summary: native in Brief
The term 'native' [ˈneɪtɪv] refers to belonging to a place as a permanent resident, or a person born in a specified place. It can also mean innate or natural. Examples include 'She is a native of New York City,' and 'He speaks Spanish like a native.' Phrases like 'native language' and idioms like 'go native' extend its usage. Synonyms include 'indigenous' and 'local,' while antonyms include 'foreign' and 'imported.'
