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







