Definitions of contradistinguish [ˌkɒn trə dɪˈstɪŋ gwɪʃ]

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Definition of 'contradistinguish'

1. (v.t.) contradistinguish
to distinguish by contrasting opposite qualities.

Etymology: (1615–25)

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1. (verb) contradistinguish
distinguish by contrasting qualities

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1. contradistinguish
to distinguish by a contrast of opposite qualities

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