In a dictionary the origin of word found?

The origin of a word is usually found in the etymology section of a dictionary entry.

Etymology is the study of the origin and historical development of words.

Here's how you might find the etymology in a dictionary:

* Look for a specific section labeled "Etymology" or "Origin." Many dictionaries have a dedicated section for this information.

* Check for a symbol or abbreviation. Some dictionaries use a symbol like an asterisk (*) or a double dagger (‡) to indicate the etymology of a word.

* Search for a word's root. Sometimes the etymology is implied through the word's root, which is the core part of the word that carries its basic meaning.

For example:

If you look up the word "beautiful" in a dictionary, you might find something like this:

beautiful

*adjective*

Etymology:

Middle English: from Old French *beauté,* from Latin *bellus* 'beautiful.'

This tells you that the word "beautiful" originated from the Middle English word *beauté,* which in turn came from the Old French word *beauté,* and ultimately from the Latin word *bellus,* which means "beautiful."

Note: The etymology of a word can be very complex, and dictionaries may provide different levels of detail.