definition definition /ˌdɛfəˈnɪʃən/

noun

1. () A concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase or symbol  ( definition )
   a concise explanation of the meaning of a word, phrase or symbol
     The dictionary provided a clear definition of the unfamiliar word.
   The dictionary provided a clear definition of the unfamiliar word.
   
   
2. () Clarity of outline  ( definition )
   clarity of outline
    Exercise had given his muscles superior definition
   exercise had given his muscles superior definition