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IPA transcription: [,dɛfə'nɪʃənz]
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Noun
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a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol
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clarity of outline
“exercise had given his muscles superior definition”
Usage examples
- He supported Aristotle's definitions, and opposed Ramism.
- Fewer definitions in a chosen word's dictionary entry is preferable.
- The borders of Central Asia are subject to multiple definitions.
- Dishonesty has had a number of definitions.
- There are a number of definitions of this term.
- There are several official definitions of Greater New Haven.
- There are also other definitions and measures.
- The power of a point is used in many geometrical definitions and proofs.
- Ethnic definitions are subject to change over time, both within and outside groups.
- There are several basic definitions for what is meant by stability.