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demarcate

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Demarcate (verb) means to show clearly where the edge or boundary of something lies.

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To show clearly where the edge or boundary of something lies.

"But these words didn't follow the precepts of the metric system, the official standard for demarcating the universe into manageable, studyable chunks." — Adam Rogers, Move over, megatons (2023)

To indicate the boundary between two causes of action; that is, to distinguish them.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Demarcate is a back-formation from demarcation.

Synonyms

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delimit delimitate delineate

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Rhymes for demarcate

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What is the meaning of demarcate?

"demarcate" (verb) means to show clearly where the edge or boundary of something lies.

What is another word for demarcate?

Other words for "demarcate" include delimit, delineate, delimitate.

What are the different meanings of demarcate?

"demarcate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To show clearly where the edge or boundary of something lies; 2. To indicate the boundary between two causes of action; that is, to distinguish them.

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