defining

• Substantivo que designa qualquer processo que serve para determinar a forma, os limites ou a essência de algo.

A noun referring to any process that serves to define the shape, boundaries, or essential nature of something.

1. Process of defining shapeC1formal

   Any process that serves to define the shape or outline of something.

   Definição de forma

   • The defining of the sculpture's form took several hours.
   • In architecture, the defining of a building's silhouette is crucial.
   • The artist focused on the defining of the figure's contours.

   Sinônimoscontouringdelineationtracing

• Verbo usado para indicar ou descrever com precisão a natureza, os limites ou o significado de algo; também pode significar estabelecer algo de forma clara ou fixar limites.

A verb used to state or describe exactly the nature, scope, or meaning of something.

1. State the meaningA2formal

   To explain or state the precise meaning of a word, phrase, or concept.

   Definir

   • The dictionary defines 'love' as a strong affection.
   • Can you define the term 'photosynthesis'?
   • The teacher asked the students to define the key vocabulary words.

   Sinônimosclarifydescribeelucidateexplainexpoundglossinterpretparaphrasespell out

   Antônimosconfuseequivocateobscure

2. Mark the limitsB2formal

   To mark out the boundaries or limits of something.

   Definir limites

   • The river defines the border between the two countries.
   • Clear rules define the scope of the project.
   • The contract defines the responsibilities of each party.

   Sinônimosboundcircumscribedelimitdelineatedemarcatemark off

3. Characterize or distinguishB2formal

   To be a characteristic or distinctive feature of someone or something.

   Definir

   • Her dedication defines her as a leader.
   • The unique architecture defines the city's skyline.
   • What defines a successful career in your opinion?

   Sinônimoscharacterizedistinguishmarktypify