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derivative
/dɪˈɹɪvətɪv/
noun
Something derived.
A word that derives from another one.
A financial instrument whose value depends on the valuation of an underlying asset; such as a warrant, an option etc.
Antonymscoincidental
adjective
Obtained by derivation; not radical, original, or fundamental.
"a derivative conveyance; a derivative word"
Imitative of the work of someone else.
Referring to a work, such as a translation or adaptation, based on another work that may be subject to copyright restrictions.
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