Difference between Definition and Terminology

What is the difference between Definition and Terminology?

Definition as a noun is a statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions). while Terminology as a noun is the doctrine of terms; a theory of terms or appellations; a treatise on terms, a system of specialized terms.

Definition

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions). A statement expressing the essential nature of something. The action or process of defining. The act of defining; determination of the limits. A product of defining. The action or power of describing, explaining, or making definite and clear. Clarity of visual presentation, distinctness of outline or detail. Clarity, especially of musical sound in reproduction. Sharp demarcation of outlines or limits. The degree to which individual muscles are distinct on the body.

Terminology

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The doctrine of terms; a theory of terms or appellations; a treatise on terms, a system of specialized terms.The set of terms actually used in any business, art, science, or the like; nomenclature; technical terms; as, the terminology of chemistry.

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