origin
UK: ˈɒr.ɪ.dʒɪn | US: ˈɔːr.ə.dʒɪn
n. the point or place where something begins or is created
n. the source or cause of something
n. a person's social background or ancestry
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- ori: From Latin oriri ("to rise, begin"), related to origo ("source, beginning").
- gin: A suffix derived from Latin -ginem, forming nouns indicating origin or state.
The word "origin" traces back to Latin origo, meaning "source" or "beginning," from oriri ("to rise"). It reflects the concept of something emerging or starting, akin to the sun rising (oriens = "east," where the sun rises). Over time, it evolved to denote not just physical beginnings but also abstract sources (e.g., ancestry, causes). The suffix -gin solidifies its role as a noun.
The origin of the river is a small spring in the mountains.
Scientists debate the origin of the universe.
Her family’s origin can be traced to Italy.
The word has its origin in ancient Greek.
The conflict’s origin lies in a misunderstanding.