Derivation
Derivation noun - Something that naturally develops or is developed from something else.
Forerunner and derivation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Forerunner" instead a noun "Derivation".
Forerunner
Forerunner noun - One that announces or indicates the later arrival of another.
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Synonyms for Forerunner
Derivation and forerunner are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derivation" instead a noun "Forerunner".
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