native language
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of native language
First recorded in 1425–75 as natife langage
Example Sentences
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Native language interpreters are posted at each of the sites, which are open to all county residents.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 1, 2024
Language assistance is covered under the federal law, but only specifies protections for Spanish-speakers and for Asian, Native American and Alaska Native language minorities.
From Washington Times • Feb. 25, 2023
That name, meaning “the great one” or “the high one” in the Alaska Native language Koyukon, pays tribute to the state’s Indigenous population.
From New York Times • Jun. 13, 2022
"Every time you say the name of this state — and several others — you're speaking a Native language."
From Salon • Apr. 27, 2021
He said the segment “honors Native language and song” and that it “brings tears to my eyes.”
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2019
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