Derivative Work
Type: noun
Pronunciation: /duh-riv-uh-tiv werk/
Also spelled or known as: Adapted Work
Plural: Derivative Works
Related: Adaptation
What does Derivative Work mean? A new creative work based on or adapted from an existing copyrighted work.
A Derivative Work is a new creation that is based on, modifies, transforms, or adapts an existing copyrighted work.
In music, derivative works may include remixes, sampled songs, translations, interpolations, mashups, orchestral arrangements, or adapted compositions.
Creating a derivative work usually requires permission from the copyright owner unless an exception like fair use applies.
Derivative Work synonyms: Adaptation, Adapted Work, Modified Work, Transformative Work
Example sentence: “The remix was considered a derivative work of the original recording.”