delimit
Pronunciation
Verb
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Quick answer
To fix or mark the boundaries or limits of something.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
define
demarcate
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Which word fits the gap? "The treaty _____ the border between the two countries."
Answer: delimit
In your own words, what does "delimit" mean?
To fix or mark the boundaries or limits of something.
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