<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.): They disagreed on how to define “liberal”</li><li>to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of; describe: to define judicial functions</li><li>to fix or lay down clearly and definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities</li><li>Synonyms: enumerate, detail, describe, name, state</li><li>to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes</li><li>to make clear the outline or form of: The roof was boldly defined against the sky</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to set forth the meaning of a word, phrase, etc.; construct a definition</li></ul>