definition

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definition is on the Academic Word List.

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Singular
definition

Plural
definitions

Definition is on the Academic Vocabulary List.
  1. (countable) A definition is an explanation of the meaning of a word.
    The sentence before this one is a definition.
    ESL students often check definitions in their dictionaries.
    Can you give me a definition for "imprisonment"?

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