Original (adjective) means: 1. Existing from the beginning; first or earliest * This is the original version of the document. 2. Not copied, imitated, or derived from something else * The painting is an original, not a reproduction. 3. New, creative, or unique * She had an original idea for the project. Original (noun) means: * The first form or source from which copies are made. * Keep the original and send a photocopy. Synonyms: authentic, first, initial, unique, creative (depending on context