Definition of definition noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
definition (countable and uncountable, plural definitions) (semantics, lexicography) A statement of the meaning of a word, word group, sign, or symbol; especially, a dictionary definition. quotations Your definition of "elephant" needs to be more precise than "a big animal with large ears".
The act or process of stating a precise meaning or significance; formulation of a meaning: The definition of terms is essential to any successful scholarly study.
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the condition of being definite:[uncountable] The photograph has fine definition. Optics sharpness of the image formed by an optical system:[uncountable] Adjust the definition on the TV monitor.
The act or process of stating a precise meaning or significance; formulation of a meaning: The definition of terms is essential to any successful scholarly study.