derive
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Britannica Dictionary definition of DERIVE
1
[+ object]
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to take or get (something) from (something else)
— often used as (be) derived
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The river derives its name from a Native American tribe.
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She derived [=received, took] great satisfaction from their friendship.
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Many English words are derived from French.
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Petroleum is derived from coal tar and used to make gasoline.
2
[no object]
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to have something as a source
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to come from something
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Much of the book's appeal derives from the personality of its central character.
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a substance derivable from coal tar
