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Deriving

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Definitions for Deriving

noun
(historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase
Synonyms
derivation etymologizing
verb
reason by deduction
Synonyms
deduce infer deduct derive
Examples
  1. establish by deduction
verb
obtain
Synonyms
derive gain
Examples
  1. derive pleasure from one's garden
verb
come from
Synonyms
derive
Examples
  1. The present name derives from an older form
verb
develop or evolve from a latent or potential state
Synonyms
derive educe
verb
come from
Synonyms
derive come descend
Examples
  1. be connected by a relationship of blood, for example
  2. She was descended from an old Italian noble family
  3. he comes from humble origins

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