definition

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Synonyms: delinition, defination, definitive, definitions, definitor, affinition, definitize, deminution, defunction, defiliation, redefinition

Antonyms: delinition, defination, definitive, definitions, definitor, affinition, definitize, deminution, defunction, defiliation, redefinition

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Noun

1. {{senseid|en|Q101072}}{{lb|en|semantics|lexicography}} A [[statement]] of the [[meaning]] of a [[word#Noun|word]], word group, [[sign#Noun|sign]]{{,}} or [[symbol#Noun|symbol]]; especially, a [[dictionary definition]].
2. {{lb|en|usually with the definite article {{m|en|the}}}} A clear instance conforming to the dictionary or textbook definition.
3. A [[statement]] expressing the essential [[nature]] of something; [[formulation]].
4. The [[action]] or process of defining.
5. The act of defining; determination of the limits.
6. A [[product]] of defining.
7. The action or power of describing, explaining, or making definite and [[clear]].
8. Clarity of visual presentation, distinctness of outline or detail.
9. Clarity, especially of [[musical]] [[sound]] in reproduction.
10. Sharp [[demarcation]] of outlines or limits.
11. {{lb|en|bodybuilding}} The degree to which individual [[muscle]]s are [[distinct]] on the [[body]].
12. {{lb|en|programming}} A statement which provides a previous declaration with a value or body of a subroutine (in the case of function).

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