come from
phrasal verb
came from;
come from;
coming from;
comes from
Definition of come from
1
: to have (a specified origin or source)
Wine comes from grapes. English words come from a wide variety of sources.
—often used to describe a person's family She comes from a wealthy family.He comes from a long line of entertainers.
2
: to be the result of (something)
I'm not surprised that you don't feel well. That's what comes from not eating the right kinds of food.
3
: to be from (a place)
She comes (originally) from a small southern town. The people who attend the convention come from countries all around the world. Where did this wine come from? There was a bad smell coming from the basement.
—sometimes used figuratively with respect to someone's thinking or point of view (informal) I understand where you're coming from.
4
: to be said or told by (someone)
This information comes from a person I trust.