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derivation

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. derivation
2. Derivation (linguistics)

This noun and verb (する) describes the process of something being derived or branching off from an original source, such as a word, concept, or product. It is commonly used in linguistics to discuss words that have developed from a root word, or in other fields to describe derivatives.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

According to the city's announcement, the communication failure was a ripple effect from the power outage.

Sentence 2

Isn't that just a conclusion that grew out of a coincidence?

Sentence 3

A prevention plan came out of last week's incident response — great outcome!

Sentence 4

The additional test cases came out of the incident report.

Sentence 5

Where does that rule actually originate from?