Define determining. determining synonyms, determining pronunciation, determining translation, English dictionary definition of determining. v. de·ter·mined , de·ter·min·ing , de·ter·mines v. tr. 1. a. To establish or ascertain definitely, as after consideration, investigation, or calculation:...
chiefly to come or bring to an end, as an estate or interest in land Etymology: 14th Century: from Old French determiner, from Latin dētermināre to set boundaries to, from de- + termināre to limit; see terminate 'determining' also found in these entries (note: many are not synonyms or translations):
determine something Rural voters in key states will determine the outcome of the election. Upbringing plays an important part in determining a person's character. Age and experience will be determining factors in our choice of candidate. determine where, whether, etc… The physical capabilities of a plant determine where it can and cannot live.
/dɪˈtʌrmɪnɪŋ/ /dɪˈtʌmɪnɪŋ/ IPA guide Definitions of determining adjective having the power or quality of deciding synonyms: deciding, determinant, determinative
