Definitions
1.VerbTo obtain or receive (something) from something else."Reading books is the best way to derive knowledge."
2.VerbTo deduce (a conclusion) by reasoning.
3.VerbTo find the derivation of (a word or phrase).
4.VerbTo create (a compound) from another by means of a reaction.
5.VerbTo originate or stem (from)."Her excellent organisation skills derive from her time as a secretary in the army."
6.VerbTo turn the course of (water, etc.); to divert and distribute into subordinate channels.
7.VerbTo differentiate (a function).