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.