derive
/dɪˈraɪv/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #3326 in the learning path
获得；得到
Definitions
v. to obtain something from a particular source
获得；得到
v. to come or develop from something else
源于；来自
Example
I derive great pleasure from growing vegetables on my balcony.
在阳台上种菜让我获得很大的乐趣。
Many coastal communities derive a significant proportion of their income from tourism and fishing.
许多沿海社区的收入有很大一部分来自旅游业和渔业。
Collocations
- derive pleasure from
- derive income from
- derive from
- be derived from
Word family
- derivation (n.)
- derivative (n.)
Synonyms
- obtain
- gain
Usage tip
derive A from B指从B获得A；derive from指源于。
FAQ
- What does derive mean?
- to obtain something from a particular source to come or develop from something else
- How is derive pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈraɪv/, US /dɪˈraɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
