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| de·fin·i·tive [ di fínnətiv ] |
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1. conclusive and final: providing a final decision that will not be questioned or changed
  We need a definitive answer.
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2. most authoritative: recognized as being the most authoritative and of the highest standard
the definitive study of the subject
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3. stamps sold for long time: describes postage stamps sold for an extended or indefinite period, often as part of a set sharing common design elements
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4. biology fully grown: fully formed or completely developed
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noun (plural de·fin·i·tives) |
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stamps definitive stamp: a postage stamp sold for an extended or indefinite period
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| [14th century. < French définitif< Latin definire (see define)] |
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| de·fin·i·tive·ly adverb |
| de·fin·i·tive·ness noun |
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