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direct source

/dɪˈrɛkt ˈsɔːrs/ · di·rect · source
noun
  1. A person, document, or other entity that provides information or data without any intermediate or secondary sources. The journalist relied on the direct source for the exclusive interview.
  2. A primary or original source of information, such as a document, image, or video. The museum's direct source for the artifact was a private collector.

Synonyms

primary sourceoriginal sourcefirsthand sourcemain sourceprincipal source

Antonyms

secondary sourceintermediate sourcederived source
Did you know? The concept of a direct source is crucial in journalism and research, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of information.

Related terms

sourceprimaryoriginalfirsthandmainprincipal
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 2 lookups Added Jul 22, 2026