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ocean-derived

|o-cean-de-rived|

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/ˈoʊʃən dɪˈraɪvd/

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/ˈəʊʃən dɪˈraɪvd/

originating from the ocean

Etymology
Etymology Information

'ocean-derived' originates from the English word 'ocean' and the suffix '-derived,' where 'ocean' refers to the vast body of saltwater and '-derived' means 'obtained from.'

Historical Evolution

'Ocean' comes from the Old French 'occean,' which in turn comes from the Latin 'oceanus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ocean.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'related to the ocean,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'originating from the ocean.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

originating from or obtained from the ocean.

The ocean-derived minerals are essential for marine life.

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Last updated: 2025/02/20 13:55