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Defining
see synonyms of definingNoun
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Defining
see synonyms of definingverb (transitive)
1.
to state precisely the meaning of (words, terms, etc)
2.
to describe the nature, properties, or essential qualities of
3.
to determine the boundary or extent of
4. (often passive)
to delineate the form or outline of
the shape of the tree was clearly defined by the light behind it
5.
to fix with precision; specify
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Defining
see synonyms of defining verb transitiveWord forms: deˈfined or deˈfining
1.
a.
to determine or set down the boundaries of
b.
to trace the precise outlines of; delineate
2.
to determine or state the extent and nature of; describe exactly
define your duties
3.
a.
to give the distinguishing characteristics of
b.
to constitute the distinction of; differentiate
reason defines man
4.
to state the meaning or meanings of (as a word)
verb intransitive
5.
to prepare definitions, as of words
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Defining
see synonyms of definingv. de·fined, de·fin·ing, de·fines
v.tr.
1.
a. To state the precise meaning of (a word or sense of a word, for example).
b. To describe the nature or basic qualities of; explain: define the properties of a new drug; a study that defines people according to their median incomes.
2.
a. To make clear the outline or form of; delineate: gentle hills that were defined against the sky.
b. To specify distinctly: define the weapons to be used in limited warfare.
v.intr.
To make or write a definition.
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