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ostensive definition

/ɒˈstɛnsɪv ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/

翻译: 一种通过直接指出词语所指的对象或示例来定义该词语的方法,而非通过言语描述或抽象解释。

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/ɒˈstɛnsɪv ˌdɛfɪˈnɪʃən/C1formalscientific
  • zh一种通过直接指出词语所指的对象或示例来定义该词语的方法,而非通过言语描述或抽象解释。

A method of defining a term by pointing directly to examples or instances of what it refers to, rather than using verbal description or abstract explanation.

  1. Definition by pointingC1formal

    A way of defining a term by directly pointing to examples or instances of what it refers to.

    zh实指定义

    • The teacher gave an ostensive definition of 'red' by pointing to a red apple.
    • When explaining 'triangle' to a child, an ostensive definition involves showing a drawing of one.
    • An ostensive definition is often used for concrete objects that can be physically indicated.