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Definition of qualification
1 : a restriction in meaning or application : a limiting modification this statement stands without qualification
2a obsolete : natureb archaic : characteristic
3a : a quality or skill that fits a person (as for an office) the applicant with the best qualificationsb : a condition or standard that must be complied with (as for the attainment of a privilege) a qualification for membership
From the M-W Editors
Examples of qualification in a Sentence
She is finishing up her qualification in marketing.
He is studying for his teaching qualification.
Students working towards their qualifications.
Recent Examples of qualification from the Web
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The deadline for firms to submit qualifications and airport concepts is July 27.
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Fail to get out of the group, and the (sometimes overly harsh) critics of Juan Carlos Osorio would have endless fodder to demand change despite a clear path to World Cup qualification.
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With Ryan’s guidance, Gedde underwent the Ohio program’s doctor qualification and this spring wrote the recommendation so the Bentons could keep medical marijuana for Addyson in Ohio.
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In the wake of far-right Marine Le Pen's qualification for the presidential runoff, the National Front party is expected to get its highest-ever score — but does not appear able to become the major opposition force Le Pen had hoped for.
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Junior Olympics qualifications for the younger age divisions were held last weekend.
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Repeat your interest in the job (but don’t repeat your qualifications or act as if the interview is still going on!).
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The new qualifications will cover 15 different areas in subjects including construction, creative and design, digital, engineering and manufacturing, and health and science, the Conservatives said.
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Prosecutors have grilled Chung over various allegations, including that she, despite questionable qualifications, was given admission to a prestigious university and received academic favors from the school because of her mother’s presidential ties.
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First Known Use of qualification
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QUALIFICATION Defined for English Language Learners
qualification
playDefinition of qualification for English Language Learners
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: a special skill or type of experience or knowledge that makes someone suitable to do a particular job or activity
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: something that is necessary in order for you to do, have, or be a part of something
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: something that is added to a statement to limit or change its effect or meaning
QUALIFICATION Defined for Kids
qualification
playDefinition of qualification for Students
1 : a special skill, knowledge, or ability that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity She has the qualifications for teaching.
2 : a condition or requirement that must be met What are the qualifications for membership?
3 : something that is added to a statement to limit or change its meaning I agree without qualification.
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