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native soil

noun phrase

Meaning

The land or country where a person was born and to which they have a special connection.

Examples

She felt a deep sense of belonging when she finally returned to her native soil.
Many expatriates dream of retiring to their native soil.

Synonyms: homeland, birthplace, motherland

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native soil (B1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: ˈneɪtɪv sɔɪl

Definition

The land or country where a person was born and to which they have a special connection.

Examples

She felt a deep sense of belonging when she finally returned to her native soil.
Many expatriates dream of retiring to their native soil.
The poet wrote movingly about the longing for native soil.

How to Use native soil

return to native soil (collocation): To go back to the country or place where one was born. — "Many immigrants dream of one day returning to their native soil."
longing for native soil (collocation): A strong desire to be in the country or place where one was born. — "The soldiers wrote letters filled with longing for native soil."

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