| 释义 |
definement rare.|dɪˈfaɪnmənt|
[a. obs. F. définement (1611 in Cotgr.), in OF. de-, def-, diffinement (see Godef.) termination, end, f. OF. definer: see define v.]
1. Definition, description.
1602Shakes. Ham. v. ii. 117 Sir, his definement suffers no perdition in you. 1867Eng. Leader 15 June 326 Definement is always by the contrary. Everything is defined by its contrary: night by day, dark by light.
†2. Limitation, restriction. Obs.
1643Hunton Treat. Monarchy i. ii. 16 This Legall Allay and definement of Power. 1644― Vind. Treat. Monarchy iv. 27 A Civill and Legall definement of Authority. |