Meaning & use
origin
The point or source from which something begins, derives, or first develops.
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The origin of the word remains uncertain despite years of research.
Scientists still debate several competing theories about the exact origin of the universe.
A note on using this word
'Origin' pairs naturally with 'of,' as in 'the origin of a tradition,' rather than 'origin from.'
Words with a similar meaning
sourceroot
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