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derivation vs root

root vs derivation

derivation and root both are nouns.

derivation is not a verb while root is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
derivation Yes No No No
root Yes No Yes No
As nouns, root is a hypernym of derivation; that is, root is a word with a broader meaning than derivation:
  • derivation: the source or origin from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues)
  • root: the place where something begins, where it springs into being
Other hypernyms of derivation include beginning, origin, rootage, source.
derivation (noun) root (noun)
the act of deriving something or obtaining something from a source or origin the embedded part of a bodily structure such as a tooth, nail, or hair
drawing off water from its main channel as for irrigation (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
drawing of fluid or inflammation away from a diseased part of the body a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes
inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
a line of reasoning that shows how a conclusion follows logically from accepted propositions the place where something begins, where it springs into being
(historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
the source or origin from which something derives (i.e. comes or issues) (botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
(descriptive linguistics) the process whereby new words are formed from existing words or bases by affixation a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number
derivation (verb) root (verb)
take root and begin to grow
cause to take roots
become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style
dig with the snout
plant by the roots
cheer for
come into existence, originate
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