Definition meaning

What does “definition” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“definition” is a noun with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol.

definition

noun

  1. a concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase or symbol

  2. clarity of outline

    “exercise had given his muscles superior definition”

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University