Word
definition
Phoneticsdef·i·ni·tion, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌdɛfəˈnɪʃən/
UK/dˌɛfɪnˈɪʃən/
Definitions
01meaning of a word
B1 · Intermediate Countable noun
n. an explanation of what a word or phrase means, like what you find in a dictionary.
n. a formal statement of the meaning of a word, phrase, or symbol. Countable in the sense of a specific entry; uncountable when referring to the general practice.
日本語:定義※
“If you do not know the word, you can look up the definition in your dictionary.”
“The legal team spent hours debating the precise definition of 'negligence' to ensure the contract was airtight.”
Synonyms
02visual clarity
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. how clear and sharp an image or object looks.
n. the degree of distinctness or clarity in an image, outline, or sound. Often used in technical contexts regarding screens or photography.
“The new television has excellent definition, so the picture looks very real.”
“The high-definition cameras captured the mountain range with such clarity that individual trees were visible from miles away.”
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Antonyms
03programming/math
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Computing Technical
n. a statement that gives a specific value or meaning to a name or function in code.
n. a declaration that assigns a value, body, or specific mathematical property to a term or variable.
日本語:定義※
“The program failed because there was an error in the function definition.”
“In this programming language, the definition of a constant must occur before it is referenced in the main execution block.”
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Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “definition” in context.
Verb
01. meet definition
“To qualify for the grant, your project must meet the definition of a non-profit activity.”
verb + noun
02. provide definition
“The dictionary aims to provide a clear definition for every common English word.”
verb + noun
Adjective
03. broad definition
“The law uses a broad definition of the term to cover as many cases as possible.”
adj + noun
04. following definition
“Please read the following definition carefully before you begin the exam.”
adj + noun
05. precise definition
“Scientists need a precise definition of the chemical to ensure the experiment is accurate.”
adj + noun
Noun
06. definition include
“Does your definition include digital products as well as physical goods?”
noun + verb
Etymology
From Middle English diffinicioun, from Middle French definition, from Latin dēfīnītiō, from dēfīniō. Equivalent to define + -ition.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B1 · IntermediateOxford
- Updated
- アルファベット
- 読み方の一覧 →
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