What is another word for phrase origin?
Pronunciation: [fɹˈe͡ɪz ˈɒɹɪd͡ʒˌɪn] (IPA) 
There are several synonyms for the term "phrase origin", each implying a slightly different nuance or connotation. Some possible alternatives include "etymology", which specifically refers to the study of word origins and how they have changed over time; "source", which suggests the original place or inspiration for a phrase or expression; "derivation", which emphasizes the process of forming a phrase from its constituent parts; and "provenance", which connotes the historical or cultural context in which a phrase first arose or became popular. Other related terms might include "roots", "pedigree", "ancestry", or "heritage".
