借用

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 借用 (しゃくよう) is an action noun for borrowing a figure or wording from another source for use.
• Basic usage: 研究から図を借用した takes a figure from overseas research into a report, while 言葉を借用する場合 requires attribution when another person’s wording is used.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Borrowed material and attribution
  • 図を借用する and 言葉を借用する mean using elements from source material. They do not transfer permanent ownership or permit unattributed copying.