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Definition of "definition"

From Webster's New World Dictionary

definition

1. a defining or being defined. 2. an explanation of what a word of phrase means or has meant. 3. a putting or being in clear, sharp outline. 4. the power of a lens to show (an object) in clear, sharp outline. 5. in radio & television, the degree of accuracy with which sounds or images are reproduced.

define

1. to determine the boundaries of. 2. to determine the limits and nature of. 3. to state or explain the meaning or meanings of (a word, etc.).