delimit — to fix or mark the boundaries or limits of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to fix or mark the boundaries or limits of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈlɪmɪt/
Example Sentences
- The teacher used colorful tape to delimit different study zones in the classroom.
- My mom tried to delimit my gaming time, but I found a loophole: educational games don't count!
- The peace treaty will delimit the disputed border between the two nations.
delimit
VERB[/dɪˈlɪmɪt/]
to fix or mark the boundaries or limits of something
a professional surveyor carefully places wooden stakes into the ground along a straight line between two houses. She uses measuring tools and a level to ensure each marker is positioned exactly right. The stakes create a clear visible line that separates one neighbor's yard from the other's yard. Before the surveyor arrived, both neighbors were confused about where their properties ended. Now both homeowners stand nearby watching as the boundary becomes clearly defined. One neighbor points to his side while the other nods in understanding about her side. the process of fixing and marking the boundaries between two properties
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'delimitare', meaning 'to mark boundaries or set limits'. Roman surveyors used this term when establishing clear borders for land and territories.
Breakdown
de- (completely/thoroughly) + limit (boundary) + -are (verb ending, becoming English -ate)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The teacher used colorful tape to delimit different study zones in the classroom.”
“My mom tried to delimit my gaming time, but I found a loophole: educational games don't count!”
“The peace treaty will delimit the disputed border between the two nations.”
“She used masking tape to delimit her roommate's side of the dorm room after the great pizza incident.”
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