Meaning ofderivein English

Verb

1. to obtain from a source; origin
   The company will derive its revenue from the new product.
2. to originate or stem from something
   The idea of equality derive from the concept of human rights.
3. to deduce through reasoning; logical conclusion
   We can derive the answer through a series of logical steps.
4. to trace the origin of a word; linguistic roots
   The word "telephone" derive its roots from Greek words.
5. to create a compound through chemical reaction
   Chemists can derive new materials through a combination of elements.