Definition

/ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.

The definition of 'success' varies from person to person.

A precise description of the essential properties of something.

The scientist provided a clear definition of the term 'ecosystem' in her research paper.

A statement of the meaning of a word that is typically found in a dictionary.

When I looked up the word in the dictionary, I found its definition and several synonyms.

The act of defining; the establishment of the boundaries or meaning of something.

The definition of the project scope was crucial for its success.

A delineation of the characteristics that make something understandable.

The definition of happiness encompasses emotional well-being and life satisfaction.

From Latin 'definitio', meaning 'determining' or 'defining'.

definition of terms

The meanings or explanations of specific terms used within a certain context.

operational definition

A statement that specifies the exact meaning of a concept in a particular study or context.

legal definition

A precise meaning of a term as defined by law.

define

To state the meaning of a word or phrase.

definable

Capable of being defined.

definitive

Conclusive or final.

A high standard or level of something.

That was the definition of great music!

A clear or definitive representation of something.

Her performance was the definition of excellence.