CONTEXTUAL DEFINITION
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Contextual Definition.
Contextual Definition - as a noun
A definition in which the term is used by embedding it in a larger expression containing its explanation
Example: "A contextual definition of `legal duty' might be `x has a legal duty to do y means that x is required to do y by a contract relationship that would be upheld in a court of law'"
Example Sentences
"A contextual definition is a definition of a word that takes into account the specific context in which the word is used."
"The contextual definition of a word can vary depending on the subject or field of study."
"To fully understand the meaning of a word, it is important to consider its contextual definition."
"The dictionary provided a contextual definition for each word, aiding the reader in grasping its intended meaning."
"The professor explained the contextual definition of the term, helping the students comprehend its significance in the lecture."
