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define in Dutch

define in Dutch is bepalen, determineren, definiëren — define means to state clearly what a word, phrase, or symbol means.

define in Dutch

bepalen
verb
To determine with precision; to mark out with distinctness; to ascertain or exhibit clearly.
determineren
verb
To determine with precision; to mark out with distinctness; to ascertain or exhibit clearly.
definiëren
verb
To express the essential nature of something.
karakteriseren
verb
To express the essential nature of something.
kenschetsen
verb
To express the essential nature of something.
definiëren
verb
To state the meaning of a word, phrase, sign, or symbol.
beschrijven
verb
To describe, explain, or make definite and clear; used to request the listener or other person to elaborate or explain more clearly his or her intended meaning of a word or expression.
omschrijven
verb
To describe, explain, or make definite and clear; used to request the listener or other person to elaborate or explain more clearly his or her intended meaning of a word or expression.
afbakenen
verb
To demark sharply the outlines or limits of an area or concept.
bepalen
verb
To demark sharply the outlines or limits of an area or concept.

What does "define" mean?

  1. verb To state clearly what a word, phrase, or symbol means.
    "The dictionary defines "empathy" as understanding another person's feelings."
  2. verb To describe the essential nature or limits of something clearly.
    "Her early novels defined an entire literary movement."
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define in a sentence

  • The dictionary defines "empathy" as understanding another person's feelings.
  • Can you define what you mean by "success"?
  • Her early novels defined an entire literary movement.
  • The contract clearly defines each party's responsibilities.

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What is "define" in Dutch?

"define" in Dutch is bepalen, determineren, definiëren. define means: To state clearly what a word, phrase, or symbol means.

How do you use "define" in a sentence?

Example: "The dictionary defines "empathy" as understanding another person's feelings." In Dutch, "define" is bepalen, determineren, definiëren.

Are there other ways to say "define" in Dutch?

Yes — Dutch has 8 translations listed for "define": bepalen, determineren, definiëren, karakteriseren, kenschetsen, beschrijven.

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