| 单词 | define |
| 释义 | define —definable, adj. —definability, n. —definably, adv. —definement, n. —definer, n. /di fuyn"/, v. defined, defining. v.t. 1. to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define "liberal." 2. to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe: to define judicial functions. 3. to fix or lay down definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities. 4. to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes. 5. to make clear the outline or form of: The roof was boldly defined against the sky. v.i. 6. to set forth the meaning of a word, phrase, etc.; construct a definition. [1325-75; ME def(f)inen < AF, OF definer to put an end to < L definire to limit, define, equiv. to de- DE- + finire; see FINISH] Syn. 3. state, name, describe, detail, enumerate. |
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