non-native
UK: /ˌnɒnˈneɪtɪv/ | US: /ˌnɑːnˈneɪtɪv/
adj. not originating or naturally occurring in a particular place
adj. (of a person) not born in or originating from the place in question
n. a person who is not native to a particular place
The word "non-native" combines the prefix "non-" (from Latin "non," meaning "not") with "native" (from Latin "nativus," meaning "born" or "innate"). "Native" itself derives from "natus," the past participle of "nasci" (to be born). The term emerged in English to describe things or people not indigenous to a specific location, reflecting a clear contrast to "native." Its usage expanded in scientific and sociological contexts to categorize species, languages, or individuals introduced from elsewhere.
The park is working to remove non-native plant species that threaten local biodiversity.
She is a non-native speaker of English but communicates fluently.
Non-native employees often bring diverse perspectives to the workplace.
The government imposed restrictions on non-native wildlife to protect ecosystems.
Learning a non-native language requires consistent practice and cultural immersion.