What does «definir» mean in Spanish?

To fix with precision the meaning of a word or the nature of a thing. To define implies setting clear limits or boundaries to a concept, so that we know what it is and that it is not confused with other concepts.

Examples of use in Spanish: "como tarea para el hogar tendrán que definir las siguientes palabras".
Determine, resolve a doubt.

Examples of use in Spanish: "por fin definió su postura"

"se definieron las candidaturas a gobernador"
To specify, to explain in a definitive way an opinion or action.

Examples of use in Spanish: "definir su opinión".
In Painting, to carefully finish a painting.
To delimit, fix or explain the nature of a person or thing.

Examples of use in Spanish: "vamos a definir las reglas del juego".
In Sports, to tone or mark a muscle.

Examples of use in Spanish: "este ejercicio ayuda a definir los abdominales".
(a definir) That still need to be agreed, chosen or established.

Examples of use in Spanish: "los colores que llevará aún están a definir".
(en definir) In conclusion, at the end of the day.

♦ Used in: Panama