1. belonging to a particular place by birth or origin
2. existing naturally in a particular region; not introduced from elsewhere
3. relating to one’s birth language or country

1. a person born in a particular place or country
2. an original inhabitant of a country or region

Examples

• She is a native of California.
• English is his native language.
• The native plants grow well in this climate.
• Native Americans lived here for thousands of years.
• He speaks with a native accent.
• The museum displays native artwork.
• These birds are native to South America.
• As a native speaker, she helps with pronunciation.