native
adjectiveUK /ˈneɪtɪv/
US /ˈneɪtɪv/
A native thing is one that was born or grew in a certain place.
The kangaroo is a native animal of Australia.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person who was born in a particular place.
She is a native of Paris.
3. A plant or animal that lives naturally in a place.
This flower is a native of the mountains.
4. Built into a computer or system from the start.
The app is native to the phone.