something that serves as a model or a basis for making copies
an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made
being or productive of something fresh and unusual; or being as first made or thought of
not derived or copied or translated from something else
(of e.g. information) not secondhand or by way of something intermediary
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
darkened with overcast
make numb or insensitive
become less interesting or attractive
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
slow to learn or understand; lacking intellectual acuity
being or made softer or less loud or clear
deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
not clear and resonant; sounding as if striking with or against something relatively soft
make dull or blunt
(of business) not active or brisk
become dull or lusterless in appearance; lose shine or brightness
blunted in responsiveness or sensibility
emitting or reflecting very little light
lacking in liveliness or animation
make dull in appearance
make less lively or vigorous
not having a sharp edge or point
not keenly felt
(of color) very low in saturation; highly diluted
