Originality

/ˌɒrɪdʒɪˈnælɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The quality of being novel and unique, not derived from something else.
    The originality of the author's ideas impressed the judges.
  2. (n.) In copyright law, the requirement that a work must be independently created and possess at least some minimal degree of creativity.
    To qualify for copyright protection, a work must demonstrate originality.

Commentary

Originality in legal contexts often focuses on independent creation and minimal creativity to establish protection eligibility.

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