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单词 definition
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definition /ˌdef.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/

noun (EXPLANATION)
1
B2 [C] a statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase:
» a dictionary definition» What is the definition of 'mood'?Thesaurus+: ↑Reasons and explanations
2
F0 [C] a description of the features and limits of something:
» The legal definition of what is and what is not pornography is very unsatisfactory.Thesaurus+: ↑Reasons and explanations
by definition
3
F0 because of its own features:
» Psychology is by definition an inexact science.Thesaurus+: ↑Defining and explainingWord Builder:Nouns: definitionAdjectives: definite, indefiniteAdverbs: definitely, indefinitely
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Extra Examples:» In this book, definitions are printed in roman.» The definition of 'antique' varies between "100 years old" and "made before the turn of the century".» Double click on any word on the screen to see its definition.» They couldn't agree on a universally acceptable definition of 'Marxism'.» Each country has its own definition of the terms 'asylum seeker' and 'refugee'.
noun [U] (CLEAR QUALITY)
C1 how clear an image or sound is: » The photograph rather lacks definition.Thesaurus+: ↑PhotographyWord Builder:Nouns: definitionAdjectives: definite, indefiniteAdverbs: definitely, indefinitely
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