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   meaning

   /ˈmiːnɪŋ/

   noun

   • 1. what is meant by a word, text, concept, or action: "the meaning of the Hindu word is ‘breakthrough, release’" Similar definitionsenseexplanationdenotationconnotationinterpretationelucidationexplication
   • ▪ implied or explicit significance: "he gave me a look full of meaning" Similar significancesensesignificationimportthrustdriftgistimplicationtenormessageessencesubstancepurportintentionexpressivenesssignificanceeloquenceimplicationsintimationsinsinuations
   • ▪ important or worthwhile quality; purpose: "this can lead to new meaning in the life of older people" Similar valuevalidityworthconsequenceaccountuseusefulnesssignificancepoint

   adjective

   • 1. intended to communicate something that is not directly expressed: "she gave Gabriel a meaning look"

   Word Origin late Middle English: verbal noun from mean1.

   Derivatives

   • 1. meaningly adverb

   Scrabble Points: 10

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEFINE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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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.

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   The meaning of DEFINE is to determine or identify the essential qualities or meaning of. How to use define in a sentence.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDEFINE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   DEFINE meaning: 1. to say what the meaning of something, especially a word, is: 2. to explain and describe the…. Learn more.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › defineDEFINE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Define definition: to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.). See examples of DEFINE used in a sentence.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDEFINE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   5 meanings: 1. to state precisely the meaning of (words, terms, etc) 2. to describe the nature, properties, or essential.... Click for more definitions.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDEFINITION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   DEFINITION definition: 1. a statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase: 2. a description of the features and…. Learn more.

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   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.

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   The world’s leading online dictionary: English definitions, synonyms, word origins, example sentences, word games, and more. A trusted authority for 25+ years!

10. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › defineDefine - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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    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.

11. www.dictionary.com › browse › meaningMEANING Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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    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.