definir
1. to state or describe exactly what something is
Can you define what you mean by 'success'?
Você pode definir o que você quer dizer com 'sucesso'?
2. to establish the limits or boundaries of something
The contract defines the responsibilities of both parties.
O contrato define as responsabilidades de ambas as partes.
3. to be the most important characteristic of something
Her courage defines her character.
A coragem dela define seu caráter.
4. to give a clear outline or shape to something
The makeup artist used contouring to define the model's cheekbones.
A maquiadora usou contorno para definir os pômulos da modelo.
Related Idioms & Phrases
define oneself - estabelecer sua própria identidade
define the terms - estabelecer as condições
sharply defined - bem definido
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