as in description
a vivid representation in words of someone or something
he gave us his definition of the perfect romantic evening on the town
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Recent Examples of definition
The four-suite cabin stretches the definition of space on a single-deck jet.
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
The Adams County Health Department did not identify anyone meeting the case definition of an outbreak during the on-site investigation.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
The Council’s definition of at risk of eviction encompassed anyone who had gotten a demand letter from their landlord, a first step in an often months- or years-long process towards eviction.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
In 2009, the policy was amended to include executive positions, and in 2022, women were added to the minority candidate definition.
—Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
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Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 28 Mar. 2026
The Adams County Health Department did not identify anyone meeting the case definition of an outbreak during the on-site investigation.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026
The Council’s definition of at risk of eviction encompassed anyone who had gotten a demand letter from their landlord, a first step in an often months- or years-long process towards eviction.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
In 2009, the policy was amended to include executive positions, and in 2022, women were added to the minority candidate definition.
—Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for definition
Noun
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Deputies said there is no suspect or vehicle description at this time, and the investigation continues.—
Brandon Downs,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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The detectives trying to identify the woman reached out to the Star-Telegram for help and the newspaper ran the story in the Sunday newspaper, giving a description of the woman and the car, as well as the license plate number.—
Kevin Foster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Mar. 2026
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That family portrait is so weird!—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
27 Mar. 2026
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Along with the album cover, the shared a new black and white portrait of himself, captured by daughter Mary McCartney.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The White House has recently added statues of historical figures to its grounds, including depictions of Thomas Jefferson and Benjamin Franklin that appeared in the Rose Garden earlier this month.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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In my experience, challenging conventions and presenting a more candid depiction of what troubles our fighting men and women — and their folks back home — brings you more credibility and appreciation than trying to spray perfume on the horrors of the battlefield.—
Clarence Page,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Hollywood had no interest in presenting balanced portrayals of Black life.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Mar. 2026
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For twelve seasons, Kim has amazed us with her fierce and raw portrayal of Teddy Altman.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Definition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/definition. Accessed 30 Mar. 2026.
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