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ORIGINATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Originating.

Originating - as a verb

Come into existence; take on form or shape

Example: "A new religious movement originated in that country"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arise5develop13grow8rise4spring upuprise8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
become12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Bring into being

Example: "He initiated a new program"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
initiate8start5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
create8make10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Begin a trip at a certain point, as of a plane, train, bus, etc.

Example: "The flight originates in calcutta"

Example Sentences

"The originating country of this dish is Italy."
"The originating source of the problem needs to be identified."
"The originating point of the river is a small spring in the mountains."
"The originating cause of the fire was faulty wiring."
"The originating artist of this painting is unknown."
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Word Game Points

Is ORIGINATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, originating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ORIGINATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ORIGINATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, originating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ORIGINATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ORIGINATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, originating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ORIGINATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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