Etymon and Source

Etymon noun - A simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes.

Source and etymon are semantically related. in word history topic. In some cases you can use "Source" instead a noun "Etymon".

Source noun - A point or place at which something is invented or provided.

Etymon and source are semantically related. You can use "Etymon" instead a noun "Source".