Definition ( page 124 ).
Questions.
1. Which is the more exact, a definition or a description? 2. What must a definition include, and what must it exclude? 3. What must a description include? 4. In what respect has interpretation a wider meaning than translation? 5. How does an explanation compare with an exposition?
Examples.
A prompt —— of the difficulty prevented a quarrel.
The —— of scenery was admirable.
The seer gave an —— of the dream.
Many a controversy may be instantly ended by a clear —— of terms.