definition

Pronunciation: /ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol
  2. noun clarity of outline

Etymology

From Middle English diffinicioun, from Middle French definition, from Latin dēfīnītiō, from dēfīniō. Equivalent to define + -ition.

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