define
de-fine · verb
Definitions
verb
- 1.
To state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of something.
- 2.
To give the meaning of a word or phrase.
- 3.
To mark out the boundary or limits of something.
- 4.
To make clear the outline or form of something.
- 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."