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defines

/dɪˈfaɪnz/

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verb

定义，界定，明确。

To determine with precision; to mark out with distinctness; to ascertain or exhibit clearly.

Examples :

"the defining power of an optical instrument"

光学仪器的界定能力

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verb

解决，界定

To settle, decide (an argument etc.)

Examples :

"The referee's final call defines the outcome of the game. "

裁判的最终判决决定了比赛的结果。

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verb

定义，界定。

To express the essential nature of something.

Examples :

"I define myself as a techno-anarchist."

我把自己界定为一个科技无政府主义者。

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verb

定义，释义

To state the meaning of a word, phrase, sign, or symbol.

Examples :

"The textbook defined speed as velocity divided by time."

课本将速度定义为速度除以时间。

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verb

定义，解释，阐明

To describe, explain, or make definite and clear; used to request the listener or other person to elaborate or explain more clearly his or her intended meaning of a word or expression.

Examples :

"Person 1: Is she good at math?"

人1: 她数学好吗？人 2: 你说的“好”是什么意思？你能具体说说吗？ (Ren 2: Nǐ shuō de “hǎo” shì shénme yìsi? Nǐ néng jùtǐ shuō shuō ma?)

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verb

界定，限定。

To demark sharply the outlines or limits of an area or concept.

Examples :

"to define the legal boundaries of a property"

为了界定一块土地的法律边界。

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verb

定义，界定.

To establish the referent of a term or notation.

Examples :

"In mathematics, the plus sign (+) defines addition. "

在数学中，加号（+）定义了加法运算。

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