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defined

UK
/dɪˈfaɪnd/
US
/dɪˈfaɪnd/

Translations

definedpast participle
UK
/dɪˈfaɪnd/
US
/dɪˈfaɪnd/
The adjective originates from the past participle of the verb "define"; this tag is more precise than the generic ADJECTIVE tag.
netPour des contours ou des limites bien visibles.
The artist's painting had defined lines that made the image stand out.
Le tableau de l'artiste avait des lignes nettes qui faisaient ressortir l'image.
définiClair et précisément déterminé.
The project had a defined scope, which helped the team stay focused.
Le projet avait un périmètre défini, ce qui aidait l'équipe à rester concentrée.
définiÀ propos d'un texte, d'un contrat ou d'une formulation: exprimé de manière précise.
The contract had defined terms to avoid any misunderstandings.
Le contrat comportait des termes définis afin d'éviter tout malentendu.
Additional translations
dessinéPour une musculature apparente et bien marquée.
Synonyms
specified
determined
established
clarified
delineated
Antonyms
undefined
defineverb

defined

Past Simple

defined
Past Simple
defined
Past Participle
defining
Gerund
UK
/dɪˈfaɪn/
US
/dɪˈfaɪn/
définirPrésenter le sens ou la nature de quelque chose.
The teacher asked the students to define the term 'ecosystem' in their own words.
Le professeur a demandé aux élèves de définir le terme « écosystème » avec leurs propres mots.
délimiterÉtablir une frontière ou des limites précises.
The fence helps to define the property line between the two houses.
La clôture aide à délimiter la limite de propriété entre les deux maisons.
définirRendre quelque chose clair, net ou distinct.
The artist used bold lines to define the shapes in the painting.
L'artiste a utilisé des lignes épaisses pour définir les formes dans la peinture.
caractériserServir de trait essentiel ou distinctif de quelqu'un ou de quelque chose.
Her compassion is what truly defines her as a leader.
Sa compassion est ce qui la caractérise vraiment comme une dirigeante.
Synonyms
explain
describe
clarify
interpret
specify
determine
outline
characterize

Definitions

definedpast participle
Having clear and distinct outlines or boundaries.
The artist's painting had defined lines that made the image stand out.
Clearly characterized or determined; having a specific and distinct nature.
The project had a defined scope, which helped the team stay focused.
Having a clear and precise meaning or interpretation.
The contract had defined terms to avoid any misunderstandings.
Having muscles that are clearly visible and separated owing to low body fat.
After months of training, his arms were extremely defined.
defineverb
To state or describe the nature, scope, or meaning of something.
The teacher asked the students to define the term 'ecosystem' in their own words.
To mark out the boundary or limits of something.
The fence helps to define the property line between the two houses.
To make something clear or distinct.
The artist used bold lines to define the shapes in the painting.
To be the essential quality or characteristic of someone or something; to characterize or distinguish.
Her compassion is what truly defines her as a leader.
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