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distinction — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • distinction noun A difference or contrast between two things.
  • peculiarity noun The state or quality of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.

Senses

distinction is used for these senses in English:

  • distinction That which distinguishes; a single occurrence of a determining factor or feature, the fact of being divided; separation, discrimination.
  • peculiarity That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; particularity.

distinction — full definition

  1. noun A difference or contrast between two things.
  2. noun A special honor or mark of excellence.

peculiarity — full definition

  1. noun The state or quality of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.
  2. noun That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; a particularity.
  3. noun Exclusive possession or right.

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