Zdefiniowa

Zdefiniowa is a coined term used in Polish-language discussions of semantics and lexicography to denote the deliberate process of providing a precise, contextual definition for a term. The concept is typically applied in situations where meaning is contested, evolving, or specific to a domain, and it is more common in academic blogs, teaching materials, and thought experiments than in formal dictionaries.

Zdefiniowa is formed from the Polish verb zdefiniować (to define) with a nominalizing suffix. In published discussions it is treated as a noun referring to the action or result of defining a term, rather than as an established lexical item. Because it is a newly coined form, its exact usage can vary by author and context.

Advocates of zdefiniowa emphasize documenting the scope of a term, the criteria used to determine its senses, and the illustrative examples and non-examples that clarify its boundaries. The approach aligns with rigorous definitional practice and complements standard definitions by foregrounding process and justification.

Example: "Aby zdefiniować termin X, należy zdefiniować zakres, kontekst oraz kryteria inkluzji, a także podać przykłady i kontrprzykłady."

Due to its limited usage, zdefiniowa is mainly discussed as a rhetorical or pedagogical device rather than an established concept in major linguistic or encyclopedic sources. It serves as a convenient shorthand for discussing how definitions are constructed in collaborative or educational settings.