define
Pronunciation
Verb
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
To explain exactly what a word or idea means, or to describe the exact nature of something.
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Which word fits the gap? "The teacher asked us to _____ the word "democracy" in our own words."
Answer: define
In your own words, what does "define" mean?
To explain exactly what a word or idea means, or to describe the exact nature of something.
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