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Noun autochthony has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebAutochthonyNoun Definition: The state or quality of being indigenous; the fact of originating or occurring naturally in a particular place or region. Example sentence: The tribe prides itself on its autochthony, tracing their ancestry back to the earliest inhabitants of the land. Noun Definition: The belief in or support for the notion that a particular political or social group has the right to determine its own governance. Example sentence: The movement for autochthony gained momentum as more people sought greater autonomy for their culturally distinct communities. Noun Definition: A belief in or advocacy of the right of a territory to self-government, in particular, a demand for national independence. Example sentence: The long-standing conflict in the region intensified due to conflicting claims of autochthony, leading to political unrest. Related Products: | ||||
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