distinguish


Definition: Meaning of, distinguish in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / dɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃ /

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Prsesent Past Past Participle
distinguish distinguished distinguished
Present Participle Third Person Singular
distinguishing distinguishes
  1. [intransitive and transitive] to recognize and understand the difference between two or more things or people [=  differentiate]
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  2. [transitive not in progressive] to be the thing that makes someone or something different or special
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  3. [transitive not in progressive] written to be able to see the shape of something or hear a particular sound
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  4. distinguish yourself to do something so well that people notice and remember you
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