English Explanatory Dictionary

the natives are restless

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. A group of agitated people—such as a set of residents, customers, or citizens—is expressing annoyance, distress, or other discomposure.

Word forms

the natives are restless

Etymology

Originally a literal description of rebellious aboriginal inhabitants of British colonies, as in: :* New Zealand Parliamentary Debates: Third Session of the Fourth Parliament, Vol. 2, 1868, page 387 ::: As to the Native question, […] The Natives are restless, and seem desirous of fighting.

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