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distinction

noun

Reveal meaning and examples

A difference that sets things apart, or an achievement that makes someone stand out.

The lecturer emphasized the distinction between describing a pattern and explaining it.

Dictionary practice example.

The class drew a distinction between two characters' plans: one preserved a shared courtyard, while the other replaced it with private storage.