Define (something) as (something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "define (something) as (something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-27 11:08

Meaning of Define (something) as (something)

Define (something) as (something) verb phrase

To describe something as something else

When the Tet holiday approaches, Vietnamese people often adorn their house with red ornaments as they define red as luck and prosperity.

Fish sauce is defined as the soul of this dish.

Other phrases about:

make (someone or something) out to be (something)

To describe something in a particular way, usually in an inaccurate way.

paint a (some kind of) picture of (someone or something)

To specifically illustrate or express something in a certain way

paint (one) black

To intentionally describe someone in a evil or malicious way

paint a black picture (of someone or something)

To describe someone or something in a negative way

Grammar and Usage of Define (something) as (something)

Verb Forms

  • defines (something) as (something)
  • defined (something) as (something)
  • defining (something) as (something)

The verb "define" must be conjugated according to its tense.

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have a romantic or sexual relationship with or marry someone much younger than oneself.
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