1.
the original (document); original copy; master copy
The authentic, first-created version of a document, as opposed to copies, duplicates, or translations. Used in legal, administrative, and publishing contexts.
Usage
Commonly encountered when dealing with official paperwork, where authorities may require the original document rather than a photocopy. Also used in publishing to refer to the original text of a translated work.
Common collocations
- 原本を提出する (to submit the original)
- 原本を確認する (to verify the original)
- 原本証明 (certification of the original)
- 原本に相違ない (identical to the original)