定义

dìng yì

CL 个 gè

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 6 Noun Common

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Definitions

1. definition
2. to define

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Word relationships

Related words

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• 概念 gài niàn 概念 gài niàn concept 定义 specifies the meaning of a 概念 (concept): concept
• 解释 jiě shì 解释 jiě shì explanation 定义 is a precise statement of meaning, while 解释 is a broader explanation: explanation
• 含义 hán yì 含义 hán yì meaning (implicit in a phrase) 定义 clarifies the 含义 (meaning) of a word or term: meaning (implicit in a phrase)

Synonyms

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• 界定 jiè dìng 界定 jiè dìng definition 界定 can mean to define or delineate, similar to 定义 when used as a verb: definition

Usage notes

Common mistakes

定义 is typically used in formal or academic contexts; using it in casual conversation may sound unnatural.

Example Sentences

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这个 定义 太宽泛了，需要更具体一些。

This definition is too broad; it needs to be more specific.

这个 定义 很清楚。

This definition is very clear.

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Words Containing 定义

• 下定义 下定义 xià dìng yì: to define
• 定义域 定义域 dìng yì yù: domain (math.)
• 用户定义 用户定义 yòng hù dìng yì: user-defined
• 自定义 自定义 zì dìng yì: custom
• 预定义 预定义 yù dìng yì: predefined

Child Words of 定义

• 定 定 dìng: to set
• 义 义 yì: justice