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definite

noun [C]
 
 
/ˈdef.ɪ.nət/ informal

Definition

something that is certain to happen: Let's make the 9th a definite - we'll have a curry and then go to the movies. She's a definite for the Olympic team.CertaintyConfidence and self-assurance
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