noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
original inhabitant; aboriginal; indigenous
Refers to people who lived in a place before later arrivals; often used in historical or anthropological contexts. Can also modify nouns with の.
The indigenous people of this region preserve their own culture.
I heard about the history of the land from the original inhabitants.
previous priest; former priest
Specifically refers to the priest who served at a temple before the current one. A specialized Buddhist term.
The previous priest is now at another temple.
Indigenous people have lived on this island since ancient times.
The previous priest of this temple was strict.
indigenous people; aboriginal people