Word Finder - definitive

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(grammar) a word, such as a definite article or demonstrative pronoun, that defines or limits something

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An ordinary postage stamp that is part of a series of all denominations or is reprinted as needed to meet demand

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• definitive stamp

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Explicitly defined

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Conclusive or decisive

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Definite, authoritative and complete

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Limiting; determining

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a definitive word

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General, not issued for commemorative purposes

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Determined; resolved.

When someone gives me some more definitive info on her, I'll tell you.

I'm not trying to give the definitive answers here.

Most jewelers will be able to give a definitive cost before starting.

But when definitive results as to the orbits are required, it is necessary to compute the perturbations produced by such of the major planets as have affected the motions of the body.

They seem to take for granted that the spirit - though not the letter - of that great man was a definitive statement of the Christian principle.

With this complicated process is associated that of combining numerous observations with a view of obtaining the best definitive result.

She will always be remembered for her absolutely definitive version of Fever.

The simplicity of the model restricts our interpretations to be merely suggestive rather than definitive.

If the condition becomes recurrent, removal of the nail and growth bed is a drastic but definitive solution.

Even tho there are no definitive studies examining the cell soma to prove this, electrophysiologic and muscle biopsy data appear to be supportive.

The definitive sourcebook for Dungeons and Dragons and a must have for any player or DM.

Filmed by competent cameramen, using the best of equipment, this really is the definitive story of southern steam at the end.

Endosperm is formed as the result of the fusion of the second male cell with the so-called definitive nucleus of the embryo-sac (see ANGlOSPERMS).

Nevertheless Napoleon ordered the preliminary agreement to be considered as a definitive treaty, and on the 2nd of April gave instructions that one of the refractory cardinals should be carried off secretly by night from Fontainebleau, while the pontiff was to be guarded more closely than before.

The volume has already become the definitive textbook on the prehistoric archeology of Ireland.

It was more particularly in the definitive constitution of the temporal and political power of the papacy, in the extension of what may be called Roman imperialism, that chance favoured his efforts and enabled him to pursue his conquests farthest.

Where the two books differ in presentation of facts, the Alan Townsin book has been regarded as definitive.

The rhomboid shape became the definitive image of the heavy British tanks of the Great War.

What do you think - do you understand sexuality to be definitive in a person 's humanity?

To try to identify a set of naturalistically specifiable conditions definitive of intentionality is to presuppose that we can have knowledge of nature.

Filmed by competent cameramen, using the best of equipment, this really is the definitive story of Southern steam at the end.

LoveToKnow Baby is the definitive source for everything you need to know about babies and baby products.

Other symptoms may be more pronounced and definitive particularly in the appearance of posture and muscle tone.

If you're a new parent, you've probably already asked yourself this question, but it's important to remember that there really isn't one definitive answer.

There is no definitive time frame like purchasing a computer or automobile, but with a savvy eye and the knowledge of how to look for good deals or a televsion with great features, you will find the best time to buy a TV.

This is in no way a definitive list; it's simply a compilation of some of the top holiday gifts that are expected to be in high demand this shopping season.

I'm sorry I can't give you a more definitive answer, but I hope my suggestions will give you more direction for solving the problem.

Nothing definitive was found, although the vet thought some Cosequin would help.

If the feline leukemia test is positive, your veterinarian will likely follow up with more definitive testing using a immunofluorescence assay (IFA).

The IFA test looks specifically at the white blood cells for the antigen and therefore gives a more definitive diagnosis of the disease.

The IFA test is definitive, but it's not as sensitive as the ELISA test.

In the end, there is no definitive consensus on which is better.

It's a huge challenge to compile a definitive list of the best nonfiction children's books because of the variety of titles and genres available as well as the extremely diverse interests of kids around the world.

Unfortunately, there is not a definitive answer here.

Kids from three to five years old can experience more definitive issues than infants.

Finger application is quick and convenient, but using a brush is a more definitive way of doing the job.

Perhaps you're already thinking of thick, definitive black lines that border the eye, along with dark shadow to color the eyelids.

There is no one definitive Chinese food, just as there is no one form of American cuisine.

Auguste Escoffier, whose Larousse Gastronomique remains the definitive culinary encyclopedia more than 70 years after the first edition was printed.

A psychologist will be able to do psychological testing to find a definitive diagnosis of anxiety or panic disorder.

There is no single definitive cause of depression.

There is no definitive word yet on how these supplements can affect people who depend on them for daily help with their sleep patterns.

An arrangement of small gourds and maple leaves around a simple candle gives a definitive fall feel.

For this reason, there is no definitive checklist or timeline that will predict exactly which symptoms each person will encounter and when.

Sculpted floral and other designs on chenille towels were popular in decades past and have a definitive vintage feel.

While Ryan has never given a definitive answer to questions about his sexuality, he did tell Tyra Banks that he is a "metrosexual."

In January 2007, the Hollywood actress criticized superstar Madonna's adoption of a Malawian boy from a country where the rules on adopting are definitive.

There is no definitive proof one way or another.

It can be thick twilled denim, which really is the definitive standard for denim.

Because a new list is released every year by many different websites, magazines, and college reviews, it is impossible to say what the definitive top party schools in the United States are.