[, ] () the idea that the demand for sth, such as a natural material used to produce sth, depends on the demand for the final goods produced派生需求,延伸需求(由于对某一产品的需求而引致对另一产品的需求)◆A car manufacturer has a derived demand for manufacturing equipment, components, steel, etc. so that it can satisfy its customers.汽车制造商对生产设备、零部件及钢铁等的派生需求是为了能够满足顾客的需要。