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- Dictionaryostensive/ɒˈstɛnsɪv/
adjective
- 1. directly demonstrative.
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OSTENSIVE definition: 1. showing what a word or thing is or means by giving an example of it : 2. showing what a word or…. Learn more.
Ostensive is an adjective that means ostensible or defined by exemplifying. Learn the synonyms, examples, word history, and usage of ostensive from Merriam-Webster dictionary.
An ostensive definition conveys the meaning of a term by pointing out examples. This type of definition is often used where the term is difficult to define verbally, either because the words will not be understood (as with children and new speakers of a language) or because of the nature of the term (such as colors or sensations).
Ostensive is an adjective that means obviously or manifestly demonstrative, or given by demonstrative means. It is also a less common word for ostensible, or a philosophy term for a definition by pointing.
What does the adjective ostensive mean? There are four meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective ostensive, two of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. How common is the adjective ostensive? How is the adjective ostensive pronounced? Where does the adjective ostensive come from?
Ostensive means seeming or professed, or given by demonstrative means. Find out the origin, usage, and translations of this word in different languages and contexts.
What does the noun ostensive definition mean? There is one meaning in OED's entry for the noun ostensive definition. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definition, usage, and quotation evidence. How common is the noun ostensive definition? Where does the noun ostensive definition come from?
