determine

//dɪˈtɜːmɪn//
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Verb

determineInfinitive
determinePresent tense
determinedPast tense
determinedPast participle
determiningPresent participle
determinesThird-person singular
1

To find out or establish something precisely by research, calculation, or investigation

Scientists are working to determine the cause of the disease.

2

To cause something to occur in a particular way or to have a particular nature; to be the decisive factor in

The weather will determine whether we go to the beach or stay home.

3

To decide or settle something firmly; to resolve or make up one's mind

She determined to finish the project by the end of the month.

4

To fix or define the boundaries, limits, or character of something

The survey will determine the exact boundaries of the property.

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