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distinct definition

dis·tinct (di stiŋkt′)

adjective

  1. not alike; different
  2. not the same; separate; individual
  3. clearly perceived or marked off; clear; plain a distinct image
  4. well-defined; unmistakable; definite a distinct success
  5. Old Poet. decorated or variegated

Etymology: ME & OFr < L distinctus, pp. of distinguere: see distinguish

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