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define

define

Meaning of define

English

to explain exactly what a word or idea means

中文

说明词语或概念的确切意思

define

Pronunciation

British English
/dɪˈfaɪn/
American English
/dɪˈfaɪn/

define with Chinese translation

define usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

How do we define success?

我们怎么定义成功?

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

The dictionary defines each word in simple language.

词典用简单的话定义每个词。

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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?

我们怎么定义成功? Translation: How do we define success?

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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