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- [dih-fahyn]
- /dɪˈfaɪn/
- /ˌriː.dɪˈfaɪn/
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- [dih-fahyn]
- /dɪˈfaɪn/
Definitions of redefined word
- verb with object redefined to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define “liberal.”. 1
- verb with object redefined to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe: to define judicial functions. 1
- verb with object redefined to fix or lay down clearly and definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities. Synonyms: state, name, describe, detail, enumerate. 1
- verb with object redefined to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes. 1
- verb with object redefined to make clear the outline or form of: The roof was boldly defined against the sky. 1
- verb without object redefined to set forth the meaning of a word, phrase, etc.; construct a definition. 1
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Origin of redefined
First appearance:
before 1325 One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English def(f)inen < Anglo-French, Old French definer to put an end to < Latin dēfīnīre to limit, define, equivalent to dē- de- + fīnīre; see finish
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Parts of speech for Redefined
noun
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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
redefined popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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