·vt To trace the origin, descent, or derivation of; to recognize transmission of; as, he derives this word from the ·AS.
III. Derive ·vt To obtain one substance from another by actual or theoretical substitution; as, to derive an organic acid from its corresponding hydrocarbon.
IV. Derive ·vt To receive, as from a source or origin; to obtain by descent or by transmission; to
Draw; to
Deduce;
- followed by from.
V. Derive ·vt To turn the course of, as water; to divert and distribute into subordinate channels; to
Diffuse; to
Communicate; to
Transmit;
- followed by to, into, on, upon.