defined
defined is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, defined is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofdefined
- To determine with precision; to mark out with distinctness; to ascertain or exhibit clearly.
Example: "the defining power of an optical instrument"
- To settle, decide (an argument etc.)
- To express the essential nature of something.
Example: "I define myself as a techno-anarchist."
- To state the meaning of a word, phrase, sign, or symbol.
Example: "The textbook defined speed as velocity divided by time."
- To describe, explain, or make definite and clear; used to request the listener or other person to elaborate or explain more clearly his or her intended meaning of a word or expression.
Example: "Person 1: Is she good at math?"
- To demark sharply the outlines or limits of an area or concept.
Example: "to define the legal boundaries of a property"
- To establish the referent of a term or notation.
- Having a definition or value.
- Having extreme muscle separation as a result of low body fat.
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