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Definition of: discrete
(dis·krēt′) adjective
1. Disconnected from others; distinct or separate.
2. Made up of distinct parts or separate units; discontinuous.
3. Denoting opposition or contrariety.
4. Bot. Separate; not coalescent, as leaves; distinct; segregate: opposed to confluent. ◆ Homophone: discreet. [Var. of DISCREET]
—dis·crete′ly adverb
—dis·crete′ness noun
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