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Definition — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • definition noun A statement explaining what a word or term means.

Senses

Definition is used for these senses in English:

  • definition (semantics, lexicography) A statement of the meaning of a word, word group, sign, or symbol; especially, a dictionary definition.
  • definition A statement expressing the essential nature of something; formulation
  • definition The action or power of describing, explaining, or making definite and clear.

definition — full definition

  1. noun A statement explaining what a word or term means.
  2. noun Sharpness or clarity of an image, sound, or outline.

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