oil-derived
|oil/de/rived|
B2
/ɔɪl dɪˈraɪvd/
from oil
Etymology
Etymology Information
'oil-derived' originates from the combination of 'oil' and 'derived', where 'oil' refers to a viscous liquid derived from petroleum, and 'derived' means obtained from a source.
Historical Evolution
'oil-derived' is a modern English term formed by combining 'oil' and 'derived'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'obtained from oil', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
produced or obtained from oil.
The plastic is oil-derived, making it less environmentally friendly.
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Last updated: 2025/02/09 08:25