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def

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Pronunciation

  • IPA /dɛf/

Noun

def noun

  1. Deficiency in amount or quality; a falling short; lack.
  2. A situation wherein, or amount whereby, spending exceeds government revenue.

def noun

  1. A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions).
  2. (usually with the definite article the) A clear instance conforming to the dictionary or textbook definition.
  3. A statement expressing the essential nature of something; formulation
  4. The action or process of defining.

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Adverb

def adverb

  1. Without question and beyond doubt.“Joe definitely doesn't know how to drive a tractor.”
  2. In a definite manner; decisively.

Adjective

def adjective

  1. Excellent; very good

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