1. existing from the beginning; first or earliest
2. new and creative; not copied or imitated
3. being the first form from which copies are made

1. the first form of something from which copies are made
2. a creative or unusual person
Usage: informal

Examples

• The original plan was to leave at noon.
• She has a very original way of solving problems.
• Please return the original document and keep the copy.
• The painting is an original, not a reproduction.
• He’s quite an original – always doing unexpected things.
• The original settlers arrived in 1620.
• Her original ideas impressed the committee.
• I need to see the original receipt for the refund.