Original

/əˈrɪdʒ.ɪ.nəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The first form of something; the source or cause of something.

The original of this painting is valued at millions.

A person or thing that is the model or pattern for others.

He is an original in the truest sense, with a unique approach to music.

adjective

Present or existing from the beginning; first or earliest.

The original manuscript of the play is stored in the library.

Not derived from something else; fresh and unusual.

Her ideas for the project were entirely original.

Authentic; not a copy or imitation.

I prefer to collect original artworks rather than reproductions.

Derived from Middle French 'original' and from Latin 'originalis', meaning 'beginning, source'.

original sin

The doctrine of humanity's state of sin resulting from the Fall.

original intent

The purpose or aim that was intended from the start.

in the original

Referring to the first version or source of something.

originate

To begin; to come into being.

origin

The point or place where something begins or is created.

originary

Relating to origin; original.

Something so cool it cannot be copied.

That car is very original, you won't find anything like it.

A person who is truly unique.

She's such an original, always coming up with great ideas.