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allochthonous.

Originating in a place other than where it is found.

13 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

adj/əˈlɒk.θə.nəs/UK
  1. Originating in a place other than where it is found.

    not-comparable
  2. Buried or found in a place remote from the site of formation.

    not-comparable
Where this word comes from

From Ancient Greek ἄλλος (állos, “other”) + χθών (khthṓn, “earth, ground”).

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