adj.
1.of or relating to a disease (or anything resembling a disease) constantly present to greater or lesser extent in a particular locality
2.native to or confined to a certain region
3.originating where it is found endemic n.
1.a disease that is constantly present to a greater or lesser degree in people of a certain class or in people living in a particular location
2.a plant that is native to a certain limited area
Idiom of the Day
keep up appearances
to keep an outward show of prosperity or good behavior
The man is trying to keep up appearances even though he has lost his job.