Meaning of the word origins in English

What does origins mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

origins

US /ˈɔːr.ɪ.dʒɪnz/
UK /ˈɒr.ɪ.dʒɪnz/

Plural Noun

1.

the point or place where something begins, arises, or is derived

Example:
The origins of the universe are still a mystery.
We studied the historical origins of the conflict.
2.

the background, ancestry, or parentage of a person

Example:
Her family has humble origins.
He is proud of his Irish origins.