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A quick definition of definition:

A definition is a way of explaining what a word or term means. It can be found in important documents like contracts, laws, and rules. There are two types of definitions: a dictionary-style definition that tries to give the full meaning of a word, and a stipulative definition that is used to clarify a term that might be unclear or to include or exclude certain things from the definition.

A more thorough explanation:

A definition is the meaning of a term that is explicitly stated in a written document such as a contract, a corporate bylaw, an ordinance, or a statute. It is a way to clarify the meaning of a word or phrase so that everyone understands it the same way.

There are two main types of definitions:

  • Lexical definition: This is a dictionary-style definition of a word that tries to give the full meaning of a term. For example, the dictionary definition of "dog" is "a domesticated carnivorous mammal that typically has a long snout, an acute sense of smell, and a barking, howling, or whining voice."
  • Stipulative definition: This is a definition that is created for a specific purpose, such as to clarify a term with uncertain boundaries or to include or exclude certain items from the meaning of a term. For example, a contract might define "employee" as "any person who works for the company for at least 20 hours per week."

These types of definitions help to ensure that everyone is on the same page when it comes to understanding the meaning of a word or phrase.

definitio | definitive judgment

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Dkk
18:57
I want to meet an attorney that defends clients who run into flat earth problems. I want an attorney that knows and believes in flat earth theory.
19:05
i want a flat earther for president. i want a guy who posts on 4chan for president. i want someone who mogs for president.
Dkk
19:18
Exactly. My version of that awful poem.
Dkk
19:19
I can accept a president with maybe one or two of the poems traits hut good God, all of them??? No ty.
windyMagician
19:20
president who respects sex is crazy
windyMagician
19:20
we had bill clinton already
Dkk
19:21
Bill Clinton, first and last black president
windyMagician
19:23
I want to go running but my leg feels weird
windyMagician
19:23
it doesn't hurt its just tingly
Dkk
19:26
It needs more alcohol. You tingle when your nerves need watering.
19:27
try stretching it maybe to see what's up
windyMagician
19:27
stretches make me think it's just soreness
windyMagician
19:27
I'm sober lol
Dkk
19:38
Anyone else get the google notification that your LSD password has been compromised lol. LSD got hacked.
20:48
what.jpg @Dkk
CynicalOops
21:03
You think you just fell out of a coconut tree?
jackfrost11770
21:10
nope dk
CynicalOops
22:37
Calvinamala Harris
jackfrost11770
23:16
should i start using letterboxed again
Dkk
23:25
@jackfrost11770: if you want but like it aint for me
dk do u ever eat at bk
Dkk
23:48
@chickenburgahfart: I would do that in the Army if really desperate for food or if I had to work through lunch. One of the few fast food places I go to.
bk so slept on
Dkk
0:23
I will take In N Out everyday over it when I can though.
texaslawhopefully
1:22
In N Out is not only the best fast food place, but the prices too are fantastic
Dkk
1:27
Indeed, indeed.
BulbasaurNoLikeCardio
7:51
@texaslawhopefully: best prices and only fast food that doesn't make me sick
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