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[ noun ] where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence
Synonyms Examples "the birthplace of civilization" Used in print (S. J. Perelman, The Rising Gorge. New York:...)Likewise the ivory Chinese female figure known as a `` doctor lady '' ( provenance Honan ) ; a friend of mine removing her from the curio cabinet for inspection was felled as if by a hammer , but he had previously drunk a quantity of applejack . Related terms |
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