def·i·ni·tion
def·i·ni·tion/ˌdefəˈniSHən/
noun
- a statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary."a dictionary definition of the verb"
- 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"synonyms: clarity, clearness, visibility, precision, sharpness, crispness, acuteness, distinctness, resolution, focus, contrast
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3 days ago · The meaning of DEFINE is to determine or identify the essential qualities or meaning of. How to use define in a sentence.
verb (used with object) · to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): · to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe:.
6 days ago · to describe the meaning of something, esp. a word, or to explain something more clearly so that it can be understood:.
/dɪˈfaɪn/ · verb. show the form or outline of. “The tree was clearly defined by the light” · verb. determine the essential quality of. synonyms: delimit, ...
A definition is a statement of the meaning of a term (a word, phrase, or other set of symbols). Definitions can be classified into two large categories: ...
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.
define in American English · 1. to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.) · 2. to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; ...