animal-derived
|an-i-mal-de-rived|
B2
/ˈænɪməl dɪˈraɪvd/
from animals
Etymology
Etymology Information
'animal-derived' originates from the combination of 'animal' and 'derived', where 'animal' refers to living organisms that feed on organic matter, and 'derived' means obtained from a source.
Historical Evolution
'Animal-derived' is a modern English term formed by combining 'animal' and 'derived'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'obtained from animals', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
originating from or produced by animals.
The product is animal-derived, so it is not suitable for vegans.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45