distinguishing
noun C2- The act by which something is distinguished or told apart.
Plural distinguishings
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But crispness was no longer Marilla’s distinguishing characteristic.
To the civil inquiries which then poured in, and amongst which she had the pleasure of distinguishing the much superior solicitude of Mr.
On distinguishing the ladies of the group the two gentlemen came directly towards them, and began the usual civilities.
A BLIND MAN was accustomed to distinguishing different animals by touching them with his hands.
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