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How to pronounce definition
Say it like this: /ˌdɛfəˈnɪʃən/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does definition mean?
nounA statement of the meaning of a word, word group, sign, or symbol; especially, a dictionary definition.
“Your definition of "elephant" needs to be more precise than "a big animal with large ears".”
A clear instance conforming to the dictionary or textbook definition.
“Baroque is a good game, but only for a very narrow subset of the gaming audience. It is the very definition of a niche title.”
A statement expressing the essential nature of something; formulation.
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