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   distinct

   /dɪˈstɪŋ(k)t/

   adjective

   • 1. recognizably different in nature from something else of a similar type: "the patterns of spoken language are distinct from those of writing" Similar clearclear-cutdefinitewell definedsharpmarkeddecidedunmistakableeasily distinguishablerecognizablevisibleperceptiblenoticeableobviousplainplain as dayevidentapparentmanifestpatentpalpableunambiguousunequivocalpronouncedprominentstrikingOpposite indistinctfuzzyindefinite
   • ▪ physically separate: "the gallery is divided into five distinct spaces" Similar discreteseparateindividualdifferentunconnectedunassociateddetachedprecisespecificdistinctivedissimilarunalikecontrastingdisparateuniquesui generisOpposite indistinctoverlappingapproximate
   • 2. readily distinguishable by the senses: "a distinct smell of nicotine"
   • ▪ (used for emphasis) so clearly apparent to the mind as to be unmistakable; definite: "he got the distinct impression that Melissa wasn't best pleased"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘differentiated’): from Latin distinctus ‘separated, distinguished’, from the verb distinguere (see distinguish).

   Derivatives

   • 1. distinctness noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDISTINCT | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   DISTINCT definition: 1. clearly noticeable; that certainly exists: 2. clearly separate and different (from something…. Learn more.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › distinctDistinct Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Jul 1, 2012 · The meaning of DISTINCT is distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete or not the same : separate. How to use distinct in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Distinct.

4. en.m.wiktionary.org › wiki › distinctdistinct - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

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   Jun 8, 2024 · distinct (comparative distincter or more distinct, superlative distinctest or most distinct) Capable of being perceived very clearly.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryDISTINCT | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   adjective. us / dɪˈstɪŋkt / distinct adjective (DIFFERENT) Add to word list. clearly separate and different: The two languages are quite distinct from each other. The dogs are of distinct breeds. distinct adjective (NOTICEABLE) not to be ignored; real and present:

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › distinctDistinct - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   When something is distinct, it is easily identifiable or set apart from others of its kind. An eighth-grader who is six feet tall has a distinct advantage over the other kids on the basketball court.

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › distinctDistinct - definition of distinct by The Free Dictionary

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   adj. 1. Readily distinguishable from all others; discrete: on two distinct occasions. 2. Easily perceived by the senses: a distinct flavor. 3. Clearly defined; unquestionable: at a distinct disadvantage.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDISTINCT definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   If something is distinct from something else of the same type, it is different or separate from it. Engineering and technology are disciplines distinct from one another and from science. American English : distinct / dɪˈstɪŋkt /

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   Distinct definition: distinguished as not being the same; not identical; separate (sometimes followed by from). See examples of DISTINCT used in a sentence.

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishdistinct adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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    Definition of distinct adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishDISTINCT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    DISTINCT definition: 1. different and separate: 2. easy to hear, see, or smell: 3. clear and certain: . Learn more.