context

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒntɛkst/
/ˈkɑːntɛkst/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

The surroundings, circumstances, environment, background or settings that determine, specify, or clarify the meaning of an event or other occurrence.

Example Sentences
  • In what context did your attack on him happen? - We had a pretty tense relationship at the time, and when he insulted me I snapped.
2 Definition

The text in which a word or passage appears and which helps ascertain its meaning.

Example Sentences
  • Without any context, I can't tell you if the "dish" refers to the food, or the thing you eat it on.
3 Definition

The surroundings and environment in which an artifact is found and which may provide important clues about the artifact's function and/or cultural meaning.

4 Definition

The trama or flesh of a mushroom.

5 Definition

For a formula: a finite set of variables, which set contains all the free variables in the given formula.

Verb
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

To knit or bind together; to unite closely.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Knit or woven together; close; firm.