Provenance (Noun)
Meaning
Where something originated or was nurtured in its early existence; "the birthplace of civilization".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The small town in the countryside was known for its rich provenance as the birthplace of the famous artist who spent his formative years there.
- Historians studied the ancient artifacts to determine their provenance and better understand the origins of the long-lost culture.
- The city's vibrant music scene was the provenance of many successful bands that went on to achieve international fame.
- The scientist spent years researching the provenance of the rare plant species, tracing its origins back to a remote region of the Amazon rainforest.
- The beautiful garden was the provenance of the rare flower, which had been carefully nurtured and cultivated by the skilled horticulturist.