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   def·i·ni·tion

   /ˌdefəˈniSHən/

   noun

   • 1. a statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary: "a dictionary definition of the verb"
   • ▪ an exact statement or description of the nature, scope, or meaning of something: "our definition of what constitutes poetry" Similar meaningdenotationsenseinterpretationexplanationelucidationexplicationdescriptionclarificationexpositionexpoundingillustrationdecipheringdecodingstatement/outline of meaning
   • ▪ the action or process of defining something: "a question of definition"
   • 2. the degree of distinctness in outline of an object, image, or sound, especially of an image in a photograph or on a screen: "the clarity and definition of pictures can be aided by using computer graphics" Similar clarityclearnessvisibilityprecisionsharpnesscrispnessacutenessdistinctnessresolutionfocuscontrastOpposite blurrinessfuzziness
   • ▪ the capacity of an instrument or device for making images distinct in outline: "we've been pleased with the definition of this TV"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Latin definitio(n-), from the verb definire ‘set bounds to’ (see define).

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › defineDefine Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of DEFINE is to determine or identify the essential qualities or meaning of. How to use define in a sentence.

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   DEFINE definition: 1. to say what the meaning of something, especially a word, is: 2. to explain and describe the…. Learn more.

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   So when you're thinking about the word define, remember that you're looking to create a boundary of meaning around it, whether you're specifying the meaning of a word or a larger concept. To define a word such as astronomy is to define both the word and the realm of science that it's concerned with.

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   DEFINITION definition: 1. a statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase: 2. a description of the features and….

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   If you define something, you show, describe, or state clearly what it is and what its limits are, or what it is like. We were unable to define what exactly was wrong with him. [ VERB wh ]

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   The meaning of DEFINITION is a statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol. How to use definition in a sentence.

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   Definition of define verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   A definition is a statement giving the meaning of a word or expression, especially in a dictionary. A nice meal with friends is my definition of a good time. Definition is the quality of being clear and distinct. Give your brows extra definition with eyebrow pencil. The speakers criticised his new programme for lack of definition.

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    DEFINE meaning: 1 : to explain the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.); 2 : to show or describe (someone or something) clearly and completely The Britannica Dictionary mobile search Home