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definition
/ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/
[/ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/]
a statement of meaning
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A definition is a statement that explains the exact meaning of a word or idea. Dictionaries are full of definitions.
Example
Write the definition of each key term.
Write the definition of each key term.
Etymology
From Latin 'definitio' meaning a setting of limits.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for precise explanations of terms in study.