Meaning & use
originary
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Relating to or constituting the origin or foundation of something; primal or foundational.
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The philosopher traced the concept back to an originary moment of self-awareness.
Critics debated whether the myth described an originary event or a later invention.
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Originary is a favorite term in philosophy and literary theory, often appearing in discussions of origins, foundations, and first causes.
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