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define

define

Meaning of define

English

to explain exactly what a word or idea means

Deutsch

eine Bedeutung oder die Grenzen eines Begriffs genau angeben

define

Pronunciation

British English
/dɪˈfaɪn/
American English
/dɪˈfaɪn/

define with German translation

define usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

How do you define this word?

Wie definierst du dieses Wort?

🇬🇧English→🇩🇪German

The dictionary defines every word precisely.

Das Wörterbuch definiert jedes Wort genau.

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Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between define, explain, and clarify

Advanced: broader words

E
🇬🇧English
explain

make something clear; more general

A2very often

ENCan you explain how this machine works?

🇬🇧English

make meaning clearer

B1often

ENLet me clarify what I meant earlier.

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define belongs to the topic "Style and Taste →". Start with a short set of 2 words so the word is easier to remember in context.

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What does define mean?

to explain exactly what a word or idea means

How do you pronounce define?

define is pronounced [dɪˈfaɪn].

How is define used in a sentence?

Wie definierst du dieses Wort? Translation: How do you define this word?

Is define part of Style and Taste vocabulary?

Yes, define can be learned in the Style and Taste topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is define part of Clothing and Fashion vocabulary?

Yes, define can be learned in the Clothing and Fashion topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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