Define — synonyms, definition

1. define (Verb)

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define (Verb) — Determine the essential quality of.

define (Verb) — Give a definition for the meaning of a word. ex. "Define 'sadness'"

define (Verb) — Determine the nature of. ex. "What defines a good wine?"

define (Verb) — Show the form or outline of. ex. "The camera could define the smallest object" ex. "The tree was clearly defined by the light"

define (Verb) — Decide upon definitely; give a value. ex. "define the parameters"

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