definisce

Definisce is the third-person singular present indicative form of the Italian verb definire, meaning “he/she/it defines.” It is used to indicate that a subject is establishing a definition or clarifying the meaning of a term, concept, or object. In many contexts, definisce introduces a description that sets the boundaries or sense of something, rather than simply naming it.

Etymology and related forms: Definire comes from Latin definire, formed with de- plus finis, meaning end or boundary. This origin reflects the sense of delimiting or determining the extent of something. The noun form is definizione (definition), and related adjectives include definitorio (definitional) and definibile (definable). The past participle is definito, and other present tense forms include definisco, definisci, definiamo, definite, definiscono.

Usage: Definisce is common in academic, legal, linguistic, and journalistic writing, where precise meaning is important. It can govern direct objects (definire una parola, una formula, una relazione) or be used with a subordinate clause to specify what a term or concept means (ad esempio, “Questo termine definisce il concetto di...'”). The verb often appears in contexts that require explanation, clarification, or the establishment of criteria and boundaries.

Examples:

- Il glossario definisce i principali termini usati nel capitolo.

- Il regolamento definisce i criteri per l’ammissione.

See also: definire, definizione, definizione giuridica, definitorio.