determination

1. The act, process, or result of any accurate measurement, as of length, volume, weight, intensity, etc. (countable) · the determination of the wavelength of light· the determination of the level of salt in sea water
2. The act of defining a concept or notion by giving its essential constituents. (countable, uncountable)
3. The addition of a distinguishing feature to a concept or notion, thus limiting its extent. (countable, uncountable)
4. The act of determining the relations of an object, such as genus and species; the referring of minerals, plants, or animals, to the species to which they belong; classification (countable, uncountable) · I am indebted to a friend for the determination of most of these shells.
5. Direction or tendency to a certain end; impulsion. (countable, uncountable)
6. The quality of mind which reaches definite conclusions; decisive character; resoluteness; fortitude. (countable, uncountable) · Through sheer determination, we managed to escape from the tornado.
7. The state of decision; a judicial decision, or ending of controversy. (countable)
8. That which is determined upon; result of deliberation; purpose; conclusion formed; fixed resolution. (countable) · The tribunal has reached a determination in respect of this matter.

Plural determinations