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αρχικά
Lemma: αρχικά
Translation: initially; originally; at first (adverb)
Etymology: Derived from the Greek word 'αρχή' (archi), meaning 'beginning' or 'origin', plus the adverbial suffix '-ικά'. The root 'αρχή' is found in many English words such as 'archaeology', 'archetype', and 'architect'. The concept of 'beginning' or 'first' is central to this word's meaning and usage.