context

Definition

• n. discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation
• n. the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event

Word forms

Plural

contexts

Example sentences

1. n.

   To understand the author's message, you need to consider the historical context in which the book was written.

2. n.

   The word 'bark' can have different meanings depending on the context in which it is used.

3. n.

   In programming, the context of a variable is important for understanding its value.