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Meaning of Genesis
The primary meaning of the word "Genesis" refers to the origin or creation of something.
Definitions
- The origin or creation of something
- * The first book of the Bible, which describes the creation of the world
- * A thing's origin or beginnings
Etymology of Genesis
The word "Genesis" comes from the Greek word "γενέσις" (genesis), meaning "origin" or "creation"
It is derived from the verb "γεννάω" (gennao), meaning "to give birth" or "to produce"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the first book of the Bible and later to describe the origin or creation of something
Example Uses
- The company's genesis was in a small garage, where the founders worked tirelessly to develop their product
- * The genesis of the idea can be traced back to the early 20th century
- * The book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible and describes the creation of the world
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