Chapter 13: Definitions

How many types of definition do technical writers have at their disposal?

3

Which type of expanded definition uses the origin of the word to help the reader understand the meaning?

Etymology

To provide a reader with the definition of a vague or abstract terms, which would be the best type of definition?

Expanded

Considering ethical principles is not an issue for the Definitions Project

False

It is acceptable to use the term you are defining as part of the definition.

False

You should not use compare and contrast to define a term.

False

Which type of expanded definition used as a discussion of how the term developed to help the reader understand the meaning?

History of the Term

To provide a reader with a definition of a word or term placed within a sentence, which would be the best type of definition?

Parenthetical

To provide a reader with a definition of a more detailed definition for complex or unusual concepts, which would be the best type of definition?

Sentence

Avoid the use of broad, unfamiliar, and abstract terms.

True