Original
Example: El diseño original del edificio fue restaurado cuidadosamente.
Definition
"Original" refers to something that is the first of its kind, not copied or derived from something else. It often implies authenticity and uniqueness, as in the phrase 'The original design of the building was carefully restored.'
Etymology
The word "original" comes from the Latin word 'originalis,' meaning 'beginning' or 'origin.' It was adopted into English through Old French, carrying the sense of something that is the first or earliest form of something. Did you know? The concept of originality has always been highly valued in art and literature.
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"Original" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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