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/ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃ(ə)n/

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noun
A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions).

Examples :

"The dictionary's definition of "optimistic" explains its meaning as a positive outlook. "
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Illustration contentment

contentment noun

/kənˈtɛntmənt/

The state or degree of being contented or satisfied.

"After finishing her school project, Sarah felt a deep contentment. "

Illustration declaration

declaration noun

/ˌdɛkləˈɹeɪʃən/

A written or oral indication of a fact, opinion, or belief.

"The student's declaration that she was ready for the exam was a relief to her parents. "

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formulation noun

/ˌfɔːrmjəˈleɪʃən/ /ˌfɔːrmjʊˈleɪʃən/

The act, process, or result of formulating or reducing to a formula.

"The teacher explained the formulation of the new math problem step-by-step. "

Illustration dictionary

dictionary noun

/ˈdɪkʃəˌnɛɹi/ /ˈdɪkʃ(ə)n(ə)ɹi/

A reference work with a list of words from one or more languages, normally ordered alphabetically, explaining each word's meaning, and sometimes containing information on its etymology, pronunciation, usage, translations, and other data.

"To understand the word "optimistic," I looked it up in the dictionary. "

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definitions noun

/ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃ(ə)nz/

A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions).

"The vocabulary quiz required us to write definitions for ten new words. "

Illustration reproduction

reproduction noun

/ˌriːprəˈdʌkʃən/ /ˌriːpɹəˈdʌkʃən/

The act of reproducing new individuals biologically.

"The teacher explained the process of reproduction in plants to her class. "

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perspectives noun

/pərˈspɛktɪvz/ /pɚˈspɛktɪvz/

A view, vista or outlook.

"Sentence: "Looking at the problem from different perspectives helped us find a better solution." "

Illustration consideration

consideration noun

/kənˌsɪdəˈɹeɪʃən/

The thought process of considering, of taking multiple or specified factors into account (with of being the main corresponding adposition).

"After much consideration, I have decided to stay."

Illustration determination

determination noun

/dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən/

The act of determining, or the state of being determined.

"Through sheer determination, we managed to escape from the tornado."

Illustration demarcation

demarcation noun

/ˌdɛmɑːˈkeɪʃən/

The act of marking off a boundary or setting a limit, notably by belligerents signing a treaty or ceasefire.

"The painted line served as a clear demarcation between the neighbor's yard and ours. "

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presentation noun

/ˌpɹizənˈteɪʃən/

The act of presenting, or something presented

"The presentation about the new school rules was very clear and easy to understand. "

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establishes verb

/ɪˈstæblɪʃɪz/ /əˈstæblɪʃɪz/

To make stable or firm; to confirm.

"The company establishes clear guidelines for employee conduct to ensure a professional work environment. "