original
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14 ENTRIES FOUND:

1orig·i·nal

noun \ə-ˈrij-ə-nəl, -ˈrij-nəl\

Definition of ORIGINAL

1
archaic : the source or cause from which something arises; specifically : originator
2
a : that from which a copy, reproduction, or translation is made
b : a work composed firsthand
3
a : a person of fresh initiative or inventive capacity
b : a unique or eccentric person

Examples of ORIGINAL

  1. I gave her a copy of the report and kept the original.
  2. This isn't a reprint, it's an original.
  3. Compared to other actresses of her generation, she is a true original.

First Known Use of ORIGINAL

14th century

2original

adjective

Definition of ORIGINAL

1
: of, relating to, or constituting an origin or beginning : initial <the original part of the house>
2
a : not secondary, derivative, or imitative <an original composition>
b : being the first instance or source from which a copy, reproduction, or translation is or can be made
3
: independent and creative in thought or action : inventive <an original artist>

Examples of ORIGINAL

  1. Their original idea was to fix their old car, but they decided to buy a new one instead.
  2. The word's original meaning was very different from its current meaning.
  3. I gave her a copy and kept the original document myself.
  4. The book has been translated into English from the original Spanish.
  5. The concept is very original.
  6. The car has a highly original design.
  7. She has a very original and creative mind.
  8. He is admired as an original American composer.

First Known Use of ORIGINAL

14th century

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