CEFR B1

definition

noun

Meaning

A statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary.

Examples

The definition of 'serendipity' is the occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Can you give me a definition for this technical term?

Synonyms: meaning, explanation, description, clarification

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definition (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

Definition

A statement of the exact meaning of a word, especially in a dictionary.

Examples

The definition of 'serendipity' is the occurrence of events by chance in a happy or beneficial way.
Can you give me a definition for this technical term?
I looked up the definition of 'ubiquitous' and now I understand it.

How to Use definition

definition of (prepositional phrase): Specifies what the definition is about. — "The definition of 'democracy' is a system of government by the whole population."

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