originate
verb
UK/əˈrɪdʒ.ᵊn.eɪt/
US/əˈrɪdʒ.ᵊn.eɪt/
Definitions of originate verb
- C2Intransitive(不及物动词)
To have a specific place, time, or cause as a starting point.
起源；发源；产生
The technology, while having its origins in the UK, saw significant advancements in the US.
这项技术虽然起源于英国，但在美国取得了重大进展。
It is believed that the traditional custom originated from ancient festive celebrations.
据信，这一传统习俗起源于古代的节日庆祝活动。
Many people believe the term originated in a specific region during the Middle Ages.
许多人认为这个词源于中世纪的某个特定地区。
- Transitive(及物动词)
To initiate or create something; to be the first to bring something into being.
开创；创始；发起
The local residents originated the charity organization.
当地居民发起了这个慈善组织。
Her play originated a new style of dramatic performance.
她的戏剧开创了一种新的戏剧表演风格。
Who originally originated this revolutionary theory?
最初是谁提出了这个革命性的理论？