Disambiguate
verb
To remove ambiguity or vagueness from a statement or concept, making its meaning clear.
The instructions were unclear, so the teacher tried to disambiguate them for the students.
Usage tips
Neutral
disambiguate a term,disambiguate the meaning,disambiguate data
verb
In law, to clarify legal terms or statements to determine their specific meaning and intent.
The lawyer had to disambiguate the terms of the contract before it was signed.
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Formal
disambiguate legal terms,disambiguate a contract,disambiguate legal language
verb
To resolve ambiguity in data processing or information retrieval so that a correct interpretation is achieved.
The software was designed to disambiguate user commands for better accuracy.
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Technical
disambiguate user input,disambiguate search results,disambiguate data outputs
verb
To remove ambiguity or vagueness from a statement or concept, making its meaning clear.
The instructions were unclear, so the teacher tried to disambiguate them for the students.
Usage tips
Neutral
disambiguate a term,disambiguate the meaning,disambiguate data
verb
In law, to clarify legal terms or statements to determine their specific meaning and intent.
The lawyer had to disambiguate the terms of the contract before it was signed.
Usage tips
Formal
disambiguate legal terms,disambiguate a contract,disambiguate legal language
verb
To resolve ambiguity in data processing or information retrieval so that a correct interpretation is achieved.
The software was designed to disambiguate user commands for better accuracy.
Usage tips
Technical
disambiguate user input,disambiguate search results,disambiguate data outputs
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification
To improve understanding
When discussing complex topics, always aim to disambiguate your points.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Language
Using precise language
In technical documents, it's important to disambiguate jargon to avoid misunderstandings.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Use
Situational clarity
Always look at the context to disambiguate meanings that could be interpreted in multiple ways.
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification
To improve understanding
When discussing complex topics, always aim to disambiguate your points.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Language
Using precise language
In technical documents, it's important to disambiguate jargon to avoid misunderstandings.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Use
Situational clarity
Always look at the context to disambiguate meanings that could be interpreted in multiple ways.
Pro Tip 1/3Clarification
To improve understanding
When discussing complex topics, always aim to disambiguate your points.
Pro Tip 2/3Technical Language
Using precise language
In technical documents, it's important to disambiguate jargon to avoid misunderstandings.
Pro Tip 3/3Contextual Use
Situational clarity
Always look at the context to disambiguate meanings that could be interpreted in multiple ways.
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