Definition

Describing something that has been set or established beforehand, often used in contexts where rules or parameters are fixed in advance.

Example

The software uses a predefined set of rules to process the data.

Conversation

Have you seen the predefined options for the project settings?

Yeah, they seem really useful for getting started quickly.

I like how they save us time and keep things organized.

Absolutely! It’s nice not having to create everything from scratch.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To set or establish something in advance, often referring to parameters or conditions that are determined before an event or process occurs.

Example

The software requires predefined settings to function correctly.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the project guidelines they predefined for us?

Yeah, I think they really help clarify what we need to do.

I agree, but some parts seem a bit confusing to me.

Root Explanation

Predefined → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "define" (from Latin "definire", meaning to limit or determine). The word "predefined" means something that has been defined or determined beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has been 'defined' ('define') 'before' ('pre-') — that's what predefined means.

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