Definition of AUTOCHTHONY

autochthony

Meanings

Plural: autochthonies

Noun

  • nativeness by virtue of originating or occurring naturally (as in a particular place)
  • An aboriginal condition or state.

Origin / Etymology

From autochthon + -y, calque of German Autochthonie.

Scrabble Score: 22

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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