Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for DE-RIVE
DE-RIVE, v.t. [L. derivo; de and rivus, a stream; Fr. deriver; Sp. derivar; It. derivare.]
- To draw from, as in a regular course or channel; to receive from a source by a regular conveyance. The heir derives an estate from his ancestors. We derive from Adam mortal bodies and natures prone to sin.
- To draw or receive, as from a source or origin. We derive ideas from the senses, and instruction from good books.
- To deduce or draw, as from a root, or primitive word. A hundred words are often derived from a single monosyllabic root, and sometimes a much greater number.
- To turn from its natural course; to divert; as, to derive water from the main channel or current into lateral rivulets.
- To communicate from one to another by descent. An excellent disposition is derived to your lordship from your parents. – Felton.
- To spread in various directions; to cause to flow. The streams of justice were derived into every part of the kingdom. – Davies.
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