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Definition of autochthony in English:

autochthony

Pronunciation /ɔːˈtɒkθəni/

noun

(also autochtony)

  • The quality, state, or condition of being autochthonous; an instance of this.

Origin

Mid 19th century. From autochthon + -y, originally after German Autochthonie.