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Meaning of originate

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

originate

Pronunciation:/əˈɹɪdʒɪneɪt/

verb

Definitions

  1. To cause to be, to bring into existence; to produce, initiate.

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

    Example: The scheme originated with the governor and council.