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/definiˈsjon/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The action of defining a term or concept.
The definition of the term 'love' is complex.
La definición del término 'amor' es compleja.
Precise specification of the characteristics of an object or phenomenon.
The definition of physics is the science that studies matter and energy.
La definición de la física es la ciencia que estudia la materia y la energía.
In mathematics, an expression that determines the value of something.
The definition of a triangle is a figure with three sides.
La definición de un triángulo es una figura con tres lados.
Etymology
From Latin definitio, -onis.
Common Phrases and Expressions
precise definition
An exact and clear explanation of something.
definición precisa
to give a definition to
To establish or clarify the meaning of a term.
dar definición a
to receive a definition
To obtain the explanation or meaning of something.
recibir una definición
Related Words
define
To establish the meaning of something.
definir
defined
That has a clear and specific meaning.
definido
definitional
That serves to define or establishes the definition.
definitorio
Slang Meanings
A colloquial way to clarify something.
Let me give you the definition: that's very simple.
Déjame darte la definición: eso es muy simple.
To understand something in a specific way.
When someone says 'I have my own definition,' they refer to their personal interpretation.
Cuando alguien dice 'tengo mi propia definición', se refiere a su interpretación personal.