Definition of derivation

Noun

(descriptive linguistics) the process whereby new words are formed from existing words or bases by affixation

Example

"`singer' from `sing' or `undo' from `do' are examples of derivations"

Nepali Meanings

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07 August 2026

Noun

poetic flaw caused by using meaningless words to maintain meter

Verb

change from solid to liquid state

Noun

a god worshipped by a different group or culture

Noun

shortened form of the word yellow used as a prefix in compound words

Verb

to be crushed or ground down