Derived

/dɪˈraɪvd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To obtain or receive something from a specified source.

The word 'photograph' is derived from the Greek words for light and drawing.

To cause or take origin from something.

Many modern philosophies are derived from ancient teachings.

To extract or obtain a substance from a source.

The scientists derived a new compound from the plant extracts.

adjective

Formed or developed from something else.

The derived formula can be used to solve the equation.

From Latin 'derivatus', past participle of 'derivare' meaning 'to draw off or take away from.'

derived from

originating from a particular source

derived quantity

a measurement or value obtained from another measurement

socially derived

influenced or shaped by social factors

derive

to obtain something from a specified source

derivation

the act of obtaining something from another source

derivative

something that is derived from another source