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nounB1Common word
dehfuhNIHshnz
/ˌdɛ.fəˈnɪ.ʃn̩z/
4 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
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plural noun
Clear statements that explain the main nature, limits, or purpose of things.
The contract contains clear definitions of the company’s responsibilities.
Different fields may use different definitions of success.
Useful expressions
because this is part of the basic meaning of something
By definition, a triangle has three sides.
a picture or video with a lot of detail and sharpness
We watched the game in high definition.
a temporary explanation used until a more exact one is available
For now, this is our working definition of success.