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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