Derive
Pronunciation: /dɜːrˈaɪv/
Derive (verb)
- To get something from a specific source or origin.
- To develop or evolve from something else.
- To calculate a new value using a mathematical process.
Examples
- Many medicines derive their ingredients from plants.
- He derives great satisfaction from helping others.
Common collocations: derive benefit, derive pleasure, derive meaning, derive concept, derive method