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definition /ˌdɛfəˈnɪʃən/ noun
plural definitions
definition
/ˌdɛfəˈnɪʃən/
noun
plural definitions
Britannica Dictionary definition of DEFINITION
[count]
: an explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase, etc. : a statement that defines a word, phrase, etc.
: a statement that describes what something is
[singular] : a clear or perfect example of a person or thing
[noncount] : the quality that makes it possible to see the shape, outline, and details of something clearly
see also high-definition

by definition

: because of what something or someone is : according to the definition of a word that is being used to describe someone or something