Existing from the beginning; first or earliest. adjective
The original manuscript was lost in the fire.
She found the original painting hidden in the attic.
Not a copy or imitation; unique. adjective
His ideas are always original and thought-provoking.
The design was praised for being highly original.
A person who is different from others in an appealing or interesting way. noun
He's quite an original; there's no one else like him.
As an artist, she is considered an original in her field.
A work of art, literature, or music that is created firsthand and not a copy. noun
The museum displayed the original alongside several reproductions.
Collectors are willing to pay a premium for an original.