Dictionary entryCEFR B2verb

define

IPA pronunciation: /dɪˈfaɪn/

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Russian meaning

определять, давать определение

English definition

To explain the meaning of a word or phrase.

Example

Can you define the term 'sustainability' for the class?

Collocations

define a word
define clearly
define the boundaries

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