Definition
定义 (dìng yì) is the common word for 'definition' (noun) or 'to define' (verb) — stating the meaning of a term clearly. As a verb, it contrasts with 界定 (jiè dìng), which specifically means 'to delimit or set boundaries' of a concept or scope, often in formal, academic, or legal contexts. 定义 can be a noun; 界定 is only a verb.
noun
definition
verb
to define
Examples
- 定义，。Zhège dìng yì hěn qīngchu, wǒmen yì yǎn jiù néng kàn dǒng.This definition is very clear — we can understand it at a glance.
- 定义。Qǐng nǐ dìng yì yíxià zhège zhuānyè shùyǔ.Please define this technical term.
- 定义。Fǎlǜ shàng de dìng yì bìxū yánjǐn.Definitions in law must be rigorous.
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