Indigenous Peoples Terminology

noun a person who lives in the bush, especially one who is skilled at outdoor survival

adjective relating to or characteristic of a bushman

• The bushman demonstrated his expert knowledge of the plants and animals in the wilderness.
• I heard that the bushman can survive in the wild for weeks with just a few supplies.
• That bushman is a real outdoorsy type, always camping and hiking.
• He's like a bushman when it comes to navigating through difficult situations, always finding a way out.

noun a traditional Maori oven used for cooking food

• The abo community has a rich cultural heritage that should be respected and preserved.
• I heard that the abo ceremony was really beautiful and meaningful.
• Let's go check out the abo village, I heard it's lit!
• His mind was like an abo, constantly changing and evolving.

noun a member of an indigenous people of the Philippines

verb to move quickly and in a busy way

• The abor community has a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries.
• I heard that the abor festival is happening next weekend, want to go?
• I can't believe he abor'd out on us at the last minute.
• The abor of knowledge in that field is truly impressive.

noun a member of an indigenous or tribal population in India, often referred to as Adivasi or Scheduled Tribes

• The adibasi community has a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries.
• My friend's family is from an adibasi tribe in the mountains.
• Some people mistakenly believe that adibasi people are primitive, but they have a deep understanding of their environment.
• The adibasi way of life is like a tapestry woven with threads of tradition and resilience.