Senses
衍生 chemical derivative
A complex compound produced by replacing atoms or groups in a simpler compound with other atoms or groups; to produce such a compound.
衍生 to derive
To give rise to or develop from a source, such as a word evolving a new meaning or a concept originating from a primary theory.
衍生 derivation
The process of developing or originating from a source, such as a word evolving in meaning or a complex chemical compound forming from a simpler one.
衍生 derivative
Originating from or based on something else; not original.
衍生 to multiply
To live and multiply; to reproduce and grow in population.