define [defined, defining, defines]◼◼◻(to determine) verb [UK: dɪ.ˈfaɪn] [US: də.ˈfaɪn]Curiosity is a defining trait of human beings. = La curiosité constitue un trait déterminant de l'être humain.
appoint [appointed, appointing, appoints]◼◼◻(to fix with power or firmness) verb [UK: ə.ˈpɔɪnt] [US: ə.ˌpɔɪnt]