Original
/əˈrɪdʒɪnəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Being the first or earliest form of something from which copies or derivatives are made.
The lawyer reviewed the original contract before drafting the amendment.
- (adj.) Not derived from something else; authentic and genuine.
The original evidence was submitted to the court.
Forms
- originals
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Commentary
Use 'original' to distinguish between primary documents and copies in legal contexts.
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