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derivation

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

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    Idiom of the Day

    up to (someone) to decide (something)
    to be responsible to choose or decide something
    It is up to the manager to decide when the meeting will start.



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