derivation (Noun) — The source or origin from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues). ex. "he prefers shoes of Italian derivation" ex. "music of Turkish derivation"
derivation (Noun) — (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase.
derivation (Noun) — A line of reasoning that shows how a conclusion follows logically from accepted propositions.
derivation (Noun) — (descriptive linguistics) the process whereby new words are formed from existing words or bases by affixation. ex. "'singer' from 'sing' or 'undo' from 'do' are examples of derivations"
derivation (Noun) — Inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline.
derivation (Noun) — Drawing of fluid or inflammation away from a diseased part of the body.
derivation (Noun) — Drawing off water from its main channel as for irrigation.
derivation (Noun) — The act of deriving something or obtaining something from a source or origin.