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The document provides a comprehensive overview of definitions, explaining their importance in communication and distinguishing between formal, informal, and extended definitions. It outlines the structure of formal definitions and contrasts them with descriptions, emphasizing the different purposes they serve. Examples illustrate both formal and informal definitions, highlighting their application in various contexts.

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Definition

The document provides a comprehensive overview of definitions, explaining their importance in communication and distinguishing between formal, informal, and extended definitions. It outlines the structure of formal definitions and contrasts them with descriptions, emphasizing the different purposes they serve. Examples illustrate both formal and informal definitions, highlighting their application in various contexts.

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DEFINITION

DEFINITION

It provide concise but exact


meanings of unfamiliar words
and explain special meanings for
familiar words.
DEFINITION

In writing definitions, signal


words like 'is defined as,'
'means,' or 'refers to' are
commonly used to clarify
meanings.
DEFINITION

This pattern of writing is


essential for explaining terms or
concepts clearly and is a useful
tool for effective
communication.
DEFINITION

Definitions can be formal, giving


precise meanings, or informal,
offering simpler explanations.
They are often used in science,
humanities, and business.
DIFFERENTATION

Definition explains the meaning of a term


or concept. It is concise, precise, and
universal. Meanwhile, description provides
details or characteristics about an object,
concept, or phenomenon. It is more
elaborate and subjective.
CLASSIFICATION

A formal definition consists of three


parts: the term, the part of speech to
which it belongs, such as a noun or a
verb, and all the traits or characteristics
that are specific to that term.
CLASSIFICATION

Informal definition It is based


on how the writer uses known
words or examples to explain
an unknown term.
CLASSIFICATION

Extended definitions also called an


expanded definition, is a paragraph
or composition explaining a
complex or abstract term.
EXAMPLES
FORMAL
1. Comic books are sequential and
narrative publications consisting of
illustrations, captions, dialogues
balloons, and often focus on super-
powered heroes.
EXAMPLES
FORMAL
2. Astronomy is a branch of
scientific study primarily concerned
with celestial objects inside and
outside of the Earth's atmosphere.
EXAMPLES

INFORMAL
1. A network is like a web of
connections where computers,
devices, or people can share
information with each other.
EXAMPLES

INFORMAL
2. Many prisoners of war have been victims of
cruel and unusual punishment; people were
shocked and horrified when they learned of the
water torture, temperature extremes, and sensory
overloads that the prisoners were subjected to.
EXAMPLES
EXTENDED
Happiness is a state of well-being that combines joy,
life satisfaction, and meaning. It varies for each
person, influenced by relationships, achievements,
and mindset. Some find it in external success, others
in inner peace. It evolves with one’s values and life
circumstances, making it both a goal and a journey.
SUMMARY
Definitions explain the meaning of words.
* Informal: Casual, emphasizes core meaning or feeling.
* Denotation: Literal meaning.
* Connotation: Associated feelings/ideas.
* Formal: Structured format:
* Species (WORD): The term itself.
* Genus (CLASS): Broader category.
* Differentiae: Unique characteristics.
* Extended: Go beyond simple explanations:
* Examples, Parts, Negation: Use various techniques.

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