Dictionary Check: derivation
"derivation" is a valid word!
Scrabble
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Words with Friends
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Definition
noun
the source or origin from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues)
Example:
"he prefers shoes of Italian derivation"
noun
(historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase
noun
a line of reasoning that shows how a conclusion follows logically from accepted propositions
noun
(descriptive linguistics) the process whereby new words are formed from existing words or bases by affixation
Example:
"‘singer’ from ‘sing’ or ‘undo’ from ‘do’ are examples of derivations"
noun
inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline
noun
drawing of fluid or inflammation away from a diseased part of the body
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