defined

/dɪˈfʌɪnd//dɪˈfaɪnd/

verb

  1. 1

    To determine with precision; to mark out with distinctness; to ascertain or exhibit clearly.

    the defining power of an optical instrument
  2. 2

    To settle, decide (an argument etc.)

  3. 3

    To express the essential nature of something.

    I define myself as a techno-anarchist.
  4. 4

    To state the meaning of a word, phrase, sign, or symbol.

    The textbook defined speed as velocity divided by time.
  5. 5

    To describe, explain, or make definite and clear; used to request the listener or other person to elaborate or explain more clearly his or her intended meaning of a word or expression.

    Person 1: Is she good at math?
  6. 6

    To demark sharply the outlines or limits of an area or concept.

    to define the legal boundaries of a property
  7. 7

    To establish the referent of a term or notation.

adjective

  1. 1

    Having a definition or value.

  2. 2

    Having extreme muscle separation as a result of low body fat.

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