Significat

1. To set the boundaries or limits of.
2. To ascertain definitely; to figure out, find out, or conclude by analyzing, calculating, or investigating.
3. To fix the form or character of; to shape; to prescribe imperatively; to regulate; to settle.
4. To fix the course of; to impel and direct; with a remoter object preceded by to.
5. To bring to a conclusion, as a question or controversy; to settle authoritative or judicial sentence; to decide.
6. To resolve (to do something); to establish a fixed intention; to cause (something) to come to a conclusion or decision; to lead.
7. To define or limit by adding a differentia.
8. To bring to an end; to finish.