Derivation and Precursor

Derivation noun - Something that naturally develops or is developed from something else.

Precursor and derivation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Precursor" instead a noun "Derivation".

Nearby Words: derive, derivative, derived, derivable, deriving

Precursor noun - One that announces or indicates the later arrival of another.

Derivation and precursor are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Derivation" instead a noun "Precursor".

Nearby Word: precursory