aboriginal

//ˌæb.əˈrɪdʒ.ən.əl//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
Visual representation of aboriginal

Adjective

aboriginalCanonical form
more aboriginalComparative
most aboriginalSuperlative
1

Relating to the original or earliest known inhabitants of a region, existing from the beginning.

The museum displays aboriginal art from the region.

2

Of or relating to the indigenous peoples of Australia.

The museum has a large collection of Aboriginal art.

Noun

1

A member of the original or earliest known inhabitants of a region.

The aboriginals of this island have lived here for thousands of years.

2

A member of the indigenous peoples of Australia.

The aboriginals have lived in Australia for thousands of years.