Originate

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Originate

Verb

  1. To cause (someone or something) to be; to bring (someone or something) into existence; to produce or initiate a person or thing. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}

    "Einstein originated the theory of relativity."

  2. To come into existence; to have origin or beginning; to spring, be derived (from, with).

    "The scheme originated with the governor and council."

Adjective

  1. Founded on, having its origin in (something).

Anagrams of Originate

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