indefinite

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in·def·i·nite | \ (ˌ)in-ˈdef-nət, -ˈde-fə-

Definition of indefinite

: not definite: such as

a : not precise : vague

b : having no exact limits

c : typically designating an unidentified, generic, or unfamiliar person or thing the indefinite articles a and an indefinite pronouns

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Examples of indefinite in a Sentence

We're stuck here for an indefinite period of time. Their plans have been put on indefinite hold. She is indefinite about her plans.

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