deriving Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase
   etymologizing; derivation.
   
2. verb reason by deduction; establish by deduction
   derive; deduce; deduct; infer.
   
3. verb obtain
   derive; gain.
   
   • derive pleasure from one's garden
4. verb come from
   derive.
   
   • The present name derives from an older form
5. verb develop or evolve from a latent or potential state
   derive; educe.
   
6. verb come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example
   derive; come; descend.
   
   • She was descended from an old Italian noble family
   • he comes from humble origins

WordNet