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- Dictionarymeaning/ˈmiːnɪŋ/
noun
- 1. what is meant by a word, text, concept, or action: "the meaning of the Hindu word is ‘breakthrough, release’" Similar
adjective
- 1. intended to communicate something that is not directly expressed: "she gave Gabriel a meaning look"
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DEFINE definition: 1. to say what the meaning of something, especially a word, is: 2. to explain and describe the…. Learn more.
The meaning of DEFINE is to determine or identify the essential qualities or meaning of. How to use define in a sentence.
Define definition: to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.). See examples of DEFINE used in a sentence.
The meaning of DEFINITION is a statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol. How to use definition in a sentence.
DEFINITION definition: 1. a statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase: 2. a description of the features and…. Learn more.
MEANING definition: 1. The meaning of something is what it expresses or represents: 2. importance or value: 3. The…. Learn more.
1. a. : the thing one intends to convey especially by language : purport. Do not mistake my meaning. b. : the thing that is conveyed especially by language : import. Many words have more than one meaning. 2. : something meant or intended : aim. a mischievous meaning was apparent. 3. : significant quality.
Definitions of define. verb. show the form or outline of. “The tree was clearly defined by the light” “The camera could define the smallest object” synonyms: delineate. see more. verb. determine the essential quality of. synonyms: delimit, delimitate, delineate, specify. see more. verb. determine the nature of. see more. verb.
Meaning is the general word denoting that which is intended to be or actually is expressed or indicated: the meaning of a word or glance. Sense may be used to denote a particular meaning (among others) of a word or phrase: The word is frequently used in this sense.
define. to say or explain what the meaning of a word or phrase is. define something The term ‘normal’ is difficult to define. define something as something Life imprisonment is defined as 60 years under state law. ‘the long-term fluctuations in temperature, precipitation, wind and other aspects of the earth’s climate’.