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Semi-definite

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Partially definite; not completely or absolutely definite.

Example sentences:

1. The details of the plan are still semi-definite, and we need further clarification.
2. Her answer to the question was semi-definite, leaving room for interpretation.

Part of Speech: Mathematics

Definition: Referring to a matrix that is halfway between positive definiteness and positive semidefiniteness.

Example sentences:

1. In linear algebra, a semi-definite matrix is characterized by its eigenvalues.
2. The researchers discovered a new theorem related to semi-definite matrices.

Part of Speech: Local

Definition: Used in local contexts to describe something that is somewhat definite or certain.

Example sentences:

1. The local newspaper provided semi-definite information about the upcoming event.
2. John's knowledge of the history of the town is semi-definite; he has some idea but not all the details.

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