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Definition writing involves explaining the meaning of a term or concept clearly and in detail. Effective definitions should state the subject clearly, use various descriptive techniques, and be well-organized with a logical flow. The writing process includes selecting a topic, gathering supporting information, drafting, and proofreading, with a focus on audience awareness and elaboration techniques.

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Definition-as-a-Pattern-of-Writing

Definition writing involves explaining the meaning of a term or concept clearly and in detail. Effective definitions should state the subject clearly, use various descriptive techniques, and be well-organized with a logical flow. The writing process includes selecting a topic, gathering supporting information, drafting, and proofreading, with a focus on audience awareness and elaboration techniques.

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Definition as a
Pattern of
Writing
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What is Definition Writing?

 Involves explaining the meaning of a term


or concept in a clear and detailed manner.
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Characteristics of an Effective
Definition
•Clearly states the subject.
•Uses description, comparison, figurative
language, etc.
•Demonstrates audience awareness.
•Well-developed introduction, body,
conclusion.
•Uses a logical organizational pattern.
•Includes transitional words and phrases.
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How to Write a Definition
1. Look for Ideas: Knowledge, interests,
hobbies, personal experiences, curiosities.
2. Select a Topic: Free write to decide.
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3. Gather Supporting Information
•Use Dictionary: History and etymology of the
subject.
•Write a Dictionary-Type Definition: Group and
differences.
•Draw/Diagram: Visual representation.
•List Examples: Examples of what the subject is
like.
•Describe: Composition of the subject.
•Analyze: Parts, connections, and functions.
•Cluster: Central topic and associations.
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4. Clarify Goals and Audience
•Interesting/unusual goals.
•Reader considerations and best form for
their needs.

5. Begin Your Draft


• Include a one-sentence
definition early.
• Use appositives for clarity.
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6. Organization of Your Draft

Common Approaches
•General to Specific.
•Analysis.
•Narration.
•Classification.
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7. Elaboration Techniques

•Description: Five senses.


•Comparison: Compare and contrast.
•Metaphors and Similes: Engage reader
interest.
8. Proofread

Check for grammar, punctuation, and


spelling errors
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Structure

1.Introduction:
 Introduce the term or concept you are defining.
 Provide a brief and clear definition of the term.
 Include any necessary background information
or context.
2.z BODY
•Elaboration:
-Expand on the definition with specific details.
-Use description, comparison, and figurative language to explain
the term.
-Analyze the parts or aspects of the term.
•Examples:
-Provide examples to illustrate the term.
-Describe what makes up the term.
-Compare and contrast the term with similar ones.
•Organization:
-Use a logical and effective organizational pattern.
-You can organize the information from general to specific,
through analysis, narration, or classification.
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Conclusion:
 Summarize the main points of the
definition.
 Restate the importance of understanding
the term.
 Provide a final thought or reflection on the
term.
Transitional Words and Phrases
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 Addition: Moreover, Furthermore, Additionally.


 Contrast: However, Nevertheless, On the other
hand.
 Cause and Effect: Therefore, Consequently, Thus.
 Time: Meanwhile, Subsequently, Afterward.
 Examples: For instance, Specifically, Such as.
 Summary/Conclusion: In conclusion, To sum up,
Ultimately.
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Ex. 2
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