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
- noun A difference or contrast between two things.
- noun A special honor or mark of excellence.
peculiarity — full definition
- noun The state or quality of being peculiar; individuality; singularity.
- noun That which is peculiar; a special and distinctive characteristic or habit; a particularity.
- noun Exclusive possession or right.