define

de-fine · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of something.

  2. 2.

    To give the meaning of a word or phrase.

  3. 3.

    To mark out the boundary or limits of something.

  4. 4.

    To make clear the outline or form of something.

  5. 5.

    To be a distinctive feature or characteristic of something.

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Etymology

From Latin definire meaning "to limit, determine, explain," composed of de- "completely" and finire "to limit," from finis "end, boundary."