deriving
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Is deriving a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of deriving?
Definition
noun (English)
1. (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phraseSynonyms: derivation, deriving, etymologizing
verb (English)
1. reason by deduction; establish by deductionSynonyms: deduce, deduct, derive, infer
2. obtainExamples: "derive pleasure from one's garden"Synonyms: derive, gain
3. come fromExamples: "The present name derives from an older form"Synonyms: derive
4. develop or evolve from a latent or potential stateSynonyms: derive, educe
5. come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for exampleExamples: "She was descended from an old Italian noble family"; "he comes from humble origins"Synonyms: come, derive, descend
Definition source: Wiktionary