define — to explain the meaning of a word or phrase, especially in a dictionary
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to explain the meaning of a word or phrase, especially in a dictionary
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈfaɪn/
Korean meaning: 단어나 구의 의미를 설명하다, 정의하다
Korean pronunciation: 디-파인 (강세: 파인)
Example Sentences
- My mom tried to define 'cool' but ended up sounding like a dictionary from the 1990s.
- Scientists are still trying to define what makes a perfect pizza topping combination.
- The teacher asked us to define democracy in our own words.
define
VERB//dɪˈfaɪn//
to explain the meaning of a word or phrase, especially in a dictionary
Teacher explaining word meaning to student
Through divine design, we define the sacred!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'definire', meaning 'to set bounds to' or 'to limit', composed of the prefix 'de-' (down, away) and 'finire' (to finish, bound, from 'finis' meaning end or boundary).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“We need to clearly define our goals.”
“First, we must define the problem accurately.”
“Parents should define boundaries for their children.”
“How do you define success in life?”
“She has well-defined career goals.”
📝Examples
“My mom tried to define 'cool' but ended up sounding like a dictionary from the 1990s.”
“Scientists are still trying to define what makes a perfect pizza topping combination.”
“The teacher asked us to define democracy in our own words.”
“Your actions define who you are, not your words.”
“The company needs to define its target market before launching the product.”
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