Definition of "derived" in Englisch

adjective

1. (systematics) Of, or pertaining to, conditions unique to the descendant species of a clade, and not found in earlier ancestral species.

2. (comparable, archaic, taxonomy) Possessing features believed to be more advanced or improved than those other organisms.

3. A product of derivation

   • The French language is derived from Latin.

verb

1. simple past and past participle of derive