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natal

/ˈneɪtəl/

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1 · adjective

relating to the place or time of birth

出生地的；出生时的

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The sea turtle returned to its natal beach to lay eggs.
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海龟回到它出生的海滩产卵。
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Pronunciation: /ˈneɪtəl/

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