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derivazione

derivation, origin

noun deh-ree-vah-TSYOH-neh Rare

Also means

branch line, diversion

Usage Note

Derivazione covers both linguistic derivation (word formation) and physical branching, such as a water channel or electrical circuit tap. It is feminine: la derivazione. In grammar, derivazione describes forming new words from a base, e.g. lavorare -> lavoratore.

Examples

"La derivazione di questa parola è latina."

Natural Translation

The derivation of this word is Latin.

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