original

Meanings

• noun

  A word or phrase that serves as the source, model, or originator of something.

  - "The original design for the Eiffel Tower was different from the final structure."
  - "The author's original manuscript was lost in a fire."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈɹɪdʒnəl/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

copy , remake , reproduction , derivative , ultimate

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Synonyms

autograph , prototype , autograph , initial , prototype

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with original
avatar , narrator , paraphernalia , vocabulary

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. original (en) : belonging to the origin
   

2. original (en) : creating something new
   

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Variants

List of all variants of original that leads to same result
original , originals , original equipment manufacturer , original sin , original sins , in the original

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

originals, originality, originative

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The English word 'original' comes from the Latin 'originarius,' meaning 'belonging to the origin.'

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'original' is often used in the context of copyright law to refer to the first version of a work.

2. In mathematics, an 'original function' is the function from which all other functions are derived.

3. The term 'original sin' refers to the sin committed by Adam and Eve in Christian theology.

4. The term 'original' can also be used to describe the first in a series or sequence, such as the original member of a group or the original copy of a document.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. innovation: The process of introducing new ideas, methods, or products.

2. creativity: The ability to generate new ideas, solutions, or products.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The term 'original' has been used extensively in literature and art. For instance, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby,' the narrator, Nick Carraway, refers to Gatsby as an 'original' because of his enigmatic and captivating nature. In music, the term 'original' is used to describe a piece that is not a cover or remix.

How to Memorize "original"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the word 'original' written out in different fonts and styles to help remember its shape and spelling.
   - Imagine the origin of a word or concept to help remember its meaning.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'original' with the idea of something being unique or one-of-a-kind.
   - Think of the origin of a word or concept to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym 'O R I G I N A L' to remember the meaning: 'Own, Replicate, Inspire, Generate, Innovate, Adapt, Learn'

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