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/ˈɔrɪdʒɪn/
Meaning & Definition
noun
the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived.
The origin of the river is in the mountains.
an ancestor or parent; the root of a family.
He learned about his family's origin and heritage during the trip.
the source or cause of something.
The origin of the conflict was a misunderstanding between the two parties.
the beginnings of a particular language or culture.
Experts study the origin of languages to understand human history.
the process of returning to the beginning or starting point.
We must trace the origin of the problem to find a solution.
Etymology
From Middle English 'origine', from Latin 'origo', meaning 'rise, beginning'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the origin of species
A reference to the process of natural selection in the development of life.
distant origins
Refers to the far away or ancient beginnings of something.
origin story
A narrative that explains the beginnings of a person, group, or phenomenon.
Related Words
originate
To begin or develop from a specified source.
original
Existing from the beginning; first or earliest.
organic
Relating to or derived from living matter, often used in reference to origins.
Slang Meanings
OG
That brand is the OG of streetwear.
Roots
I’m going back to my roots this summer.