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Meaning of defines
The primary meaning of the word "defines" is to explain or describe the nature or meaning of something.
Etymology of defines
The word "defines" comes from the Latin words "de" (meaning "thoroughly" or "completely") and "finis" (meaning "end" or "boundary"), with the Latin verb "definire" meaning "to set bounds to" or "to determine"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the act of explaining or describing the nature or meaning of something
Synonyms
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Definitions
- To explain or describe the nature or meaning of something
- To fix or establish the boundaries or extent of something
- To determine or fix the nature or character of something
Usage Examples
- The dictionary defines the word "happy" as feeling or showing pleasure or contentment
- The company's mission statement defines its purpose and values
- The artist's use of color defines the mood of the painting