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Term: def

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A concise explanation of the meaning of a word or phrase.

Sample Sentence: My friend asked me for the def of the word "eloquent".

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Sense 2:

Definition: The default value assigned to a variable if it is not given a specific value.

Sample Sentence: The def of the variable was set to 0.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1:

Definition: To state the precise meaning of a word or phrase.

Sample Sentence: The teacher asked the student to def the term "metaphor".

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Sense 2:

Definition: To formalize or establish rules or regulations.

Sample Sentence: The committee was formed to def the rules for the event.

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

Definition: In a clear and easily understood manner.

Sample Sentence: The speaker explained the concept def.

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