Definitions

1. adjective

Originally inhabiting a region or country; native to a place.

“The aboriginal people have a rich cultural heritage.”

2. noun

A person belonging to the indigenous peoples of Australia, especially the native peoples of Australia before British colonization.

“The aboriginal community has been fighting for their rights for decades.”

3. noun

A person or people who are native to a particular place or region, especially one that is not a European settler.

“The first European settlers encountered the local aboriginal population.”