Definition of original
(Entry 1 of 2)
2a
: 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
original
nounDefinition of original (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: that from which a copy, reproduction, or translation is made
gave her a copy of the report and kept the original
b
: a work composed firsthand
This painting is a Van Gogh original.
2a
: a person of fresh initiative or inventive capacity
an original among popular pianists, combining jazz and romantic techniques in an unusually effective manner— Douglas Watt
b
: a unique or eccentric person
Among other comedians he's an original.
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The first known use of original was in the 14th century
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