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How to pronounce undefined

adjectiveB2
uhndihFAIND

/ˌən.dɪˈfaɪnd̚/

3 syllables · Stress the third syllable.

Not clearly described, explained, or limited.

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Meanings & examples

adjective

Not clearly described, explained, or limited.

The project still has an undefined purpose.

The border between the two areas is undefined.

Good to know

Use undefined when something has not been made clear or fixed. It does not usually mean impossible.

Common phrases & grammar

undefined role · undefined boundaries · undefined purpose · undefined relationship

an undefined + noun

remain undefined

adjectivetechnicalless common

In mathematics, having no value that the rules allow.

The function is undefined at zero.

Division by zero is undefined in this system.

Common phrases & grammar

undefined value · undefined expression · undefined at zero

be undefined at + number or point

an undefined + mathematical expression

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