definition

Signification (Anglais)

1. A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions).
2. A clear instance conforming to the dictionary or textbook definition.
3. A statement expressing the essential nature of something; formulation
4. The action or process of defining.
5. The act of defining; determination of the limits.
6. A product of defining.
7. The action or power of describing, explaining, or making definite and clear.
8. Clarity of visual presentation, distinctness of outline or detail.
9. Clarity, especially of musical sound in reproduction.
10. Sharp demarcation of outlines or limits.
11. The degree to which individual muscles are distinct on the body.
12. A statement which provides a previous declaration with a value or body of a subroutine (in the case of function).
13. A statement that establishes the referent of a term or notation.

Concepts

définition

definition

description

définir

détermination

notion

Coupé comme

def‧in‧ition

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˌdɛf.ɪˈnɪʃ.ən/

Étymologie (Anglais)

From Middle English diffinicioun, from Middle French definition, from Latin dēfīnītiō, from dēfīniō. Equivalent to define + -ition.

Phrases

At the same time , they cannot find an exact definition of what a feeling is .

En même temps, ils ne peuvent pas trouver une définition exacte de ce qu'est un sentiment.

Their definition is now maintained by the Market Research Society .

Leur définition est maintenant maintenue par la Market Research Society.

The definition of a black cow varies by region .

La définition d'une vache noire varie selon la région.