character

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈkæɹəktə/
/ˈkæɹəktɚ/
Noun
15 definition(s)
1 Definition

A being involved in the action of a story.

2 Definition

A distinguishing feature; characteristic; trait; phene.

Example Sentences
  • A single locus governing the petal colour character was detected on the linkage group A2.
3 Definition

A complex of traits marking a person, group, breed, or type.

Example Sentences
  • A study of the suspect's character and his cast iron alibi ruled him out.
4 Definition

Strength of mind; resolution; independence; individuality; moral strength.

Example Sentences
  • "You may not like to eat liver," said Calvin's father, "but it builds character."
5 Definition

A unique or extraordinary individual; a person characterized by peculiar or notable traits, especially charisma.

Example Sentences
  • Julius Caesar is a great historical character.
6 Definition

A written or printed symbol, or letter.

7 Definition

Style of writing or printing; handwriting; the particular form of letters used by a person or people.

Example Sentences
  • an inscription in the Runic character
8 Definition

A secret cipher; a way of writing in code.

9 Definition

One of the basic elements making up a text file or string: a code representing a printing character or a control character.

10 Definition

A person or individual, especially one who is unknown or raises suspicions.

Example Sentences
  • That old guy is a real character.
11 Definition

A complex number representing an element of a finite Abelian group.

12 Definition

Quality, position, rank, or capacity; quality or conduct with respect to a certain office or duty.

Example Sentences
  • in his character as a magistrate
13 Definition

The estimate, individual or general, put upon a person or thing; reputation.

Example Sentences
  • Her actions give her a bad character.
14 Definition

A reference given to a servant, attesting to his/her behaviour, competence, etc.

15 Definition

Personal appearance.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To write (using characters); to describe.