definition list (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən ˈlɪst/
Definition
A formatting structure used to define a list of terms and their corresponding descriptions or explanations, often used in HTML and other markup languages.
Examples
The website used a definition list to explain the technical terms used in the article.
In HTML, a definition list is created using the <dl> tag, which contains <dt> and <dd> elements.
How to Use definition list
- create a definition list (verb phrase)
- to make a list of terms with their explanations — "The developer created a definition list to explain the technical terms used in the software."
- use a definition list (verb phrase)
- to utilize a list of terms with their explanations — "The teacher used a definition list to help students understand the key concepts in the lesson."
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