Autochthonous
Word | AUTOCHTHONOUS |
Character | 13 |
Hyphenation | N/A |
Pronunciations | /ɔːˈtɒkθənəs/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Autochthonous"
What do we mean by autochthonous?
Originating or formed in the place where found; indigenous: synonym: native. adjective
Native to or produced within a system. adjective
In petrol., noting rocks which have originated in situ, such as peat, rock-salt, and stalagmitic limestone; also applied to constituent minerals of rocks which have crystallized in the place they now occupy. Autochthonous materials are contrasted with the mechanically derived particles of clastic rocks.
Pertaining to autochthons; indigenous; sprung from the soil; aboriginal.
In pathology, not extraneous; originating at the place where found.
Native to the place where found; indigenous. adjective
Originating where found. adjective
Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation. adjective
Of rocks, deposits, etc.; found where they and their constituents were formed adjective
Originating where it is found adjective
Native to the place where found; indigenous.
Originating where found; found where it originates.
Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation.
Synonyms and Antonyms for Autochthonous
- Synonyms for autochthonous
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- Antonyms for autochthonous
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The word "autochthonous" in example sentences
Cross Reference for Autochthonous
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What does autochthonous mean?
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