defined
Americanadjective
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determined, fixed, or clearly marked out as to extent, outline, or form.
an itchy red rash with sharply defined edges.
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Mathematics. having an assigned or determinable value under particular conditions.
Etymology
Origin of defined
First recorded in 1720–30; define ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Goldman recently acquired Innovator Capital Management, a provider of defined outcome ETFs such as the Innovator Defined Wealth Shield ETF.
From Barron's • May 27, 2026
“It’s going to materially affect this group of people,” said Matthew Petersen, executive director of the National Association of Government Defined Contribution Administrators.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026
Defined benefit pensions, sometimes known as a final salary scheme, are directly linked to a worker's salary and length of service.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2025
Defined by my merit, not by the place of my birth.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2023
Preface chapter Introductory: Language Defined Language a cultural, not a biologically inherited, function.
From Language An Introduction to the Study of Speech by Sapir, Edward
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