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autochthonous

The correct spelling is autochthonous.

How to pronounce autochthonous

/ɔːˈtɒkθənəs/
adjective

IPA: /ɔːˈtɒkθənəs/

Say it like: Aut-och-tho-now-s

The correct spelling is autochthonous. Native to the place where found; indigenous.

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Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Native to the place where found; indigenous.
  2. 2.Originating where found; found where it originates.
  3. 3.Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation.

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