derivation

derivations
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1. the source from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues); "he prefers shoes of Italian derivation"
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2. (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase
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3. a line of reasoning that shows how a conclusion follows logically from accepted propositions
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4. (descriptive linguistics) the process whereby new words are formed from existing words or bases by affixation: `singer' from `sing'; `undo' from `do'
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5. inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline
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6. drawing of fluid or inflammation away from a diseased part of the body
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7. drawing off water from its main channel as for irrigation
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