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derive

British pronunciation/dɪɹˈa‍ɪv/
American pronunciation/dɝˈaɪv/
to derive
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to get something from a specific source

synonyms : gain
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to derive definition and meaning
2

to figure out or establish something through logical deduction or reasoning

synonyms : deduce
deduct
infer
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3

come from

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4

develop or evolve from a latent or potential state

synonyms : educe
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5

come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example

synonyms : come
descend
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Examples
152 derives its name from its concept.
2US companies, high tech companies derive massive amount of revenue from their Chinese market.
3The river derives its name from a Native American tribe.
4The 502 horsepower GT3 derived engine shrinks to 9,000 RPM.
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