Autochthony
Translation of "autochthony" into Russian
autochthony
Nounautochthony
autochthonies pl
автохтонность
Myths of autochthony helped ancient peoples explain their deep connection to the land.
Мифы об автохтонности помогали древним народам объяснить их глубокую связь с землёй.
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autochthony
NounThe condition or fact of originating where found; indigeneity or native status.
Myths of autochthony helped ancient peoples explain their deep connection to the land.
Geology: the property of rocks, sediments, or geological formations having formed in their present location rather than having been transported.
The autochthony of the limestone layer indicates minimal tectonic displacement.