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Meaning Of Distinguish
v. t.
Not set apart from others by visible marks; to make
distinctive or discernible by exhibiting differences; to mark off by
some characteristic.
v. t.
To separate by definition of terms or logical
division of a subject with regard to difference; as, to distinguish
sounds into high and low.
v. t.
To recognize or discern by marks, signs, or
characteristic quality or qualities; to know and discriminate
(anything) from other things with which it might be confounded; as, to
distinguish the sound of a drum.
v. t.
To constitute a difference; to make to differ.
v. t.
To separate from others by a mark of honor; to make
eminent or known; to confer distinction upon; -- with by or for.
v. i.
To make distinctions; to perceive the difference;
to exercise discrimination; -- with between; as, a judge distinguishes
between cases apparently similar, but differing in principle.
v. i.
To become distinguished or distinctive; to make
one's self or itself discernible.