definition in Dogri डोगरी
definition in English
- definition⇄definition, noun.
1. the act of explaining the nature of a thing; act of making clear the meaning of a word.
Ex. Definition tries to account for the characteristics and nature of a thing and so explain or identify what a thing is.
(SYN)
definition in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
definition in Kashmiri कॉशुर
definition in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
definition in Sindhi سنڌي
definition in Tamil தமிழ்
definition in Telugu తెలుగు
definition in Urdu اُردُو
Definition
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/ (British), /ˌdɛf.əˈnɪʃ.ən/ (American)
Definitions
- A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.
- The clarity or sharpness of an image or sound.
Usage Examples
- The dictionary provides a clear definition of the word.
- The high-definition screen enhances the viewing experience.
Etymology
Derived from Latin "definitio," meaning "a bounding, a limitation," from "definire" (to set bounds, define).
Synonyms
- Explanation
- Meaning
- Clarification
Antonyms
- Ambiguity
- Vagueness
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Definición | /de.fi.niˈθjon/ |
| French | Définition | /de.fi.ni.sjɔ̃/ |
| German | Definition | /ˌdeː.fɪ.niˈt͡si̯oːn/ |
| Hindi | परिभाषा | /paribhāṣā/ |
| Chinese (Mandarin) | 定义 | /dìng yì/ |
| Japanese | 定義 | /tei gi/ |
| Russian | Определение | /ɐprʲɪdʲɪˈlʲenʲɪje/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
British English: /ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/
American English: /ˌdɛf.əˈnɪʃ.ən/
Historical Usage
The term has been used since the 14th century, originally meaning a setting of boundaries or limits.
Cultural Nuances
In philosophy and law, precise definitions are essential for establishing meaning and interpretation.
More Information
Definitions vary depending on context, with different meanings in linguistics, science, and philosophy. The word is also commonly used in discussions of high-definition media technology.