jamestown (part 2)
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This seems to be "evolving" into a dictionary. Somewhat by accident; the machine wrote a command-line frontend for me (without my asking) that looks a lot like a dictionary.
When are two definitions the same? 🔥 ( when they are not different. and they are different if the part-of-speech differs, or the Chinese translation differs. and some other times.)
These three seem to be the same.
Word: eternal
Rank: 2547
Definitions:
[1] Existing or continuing without end; everlasting.
Confidence: 0.95
Part of speech: adjective
Lemma: eternal
Chinese: 永恒
Subtype: duration
Notes: Often used in philosophical or religious contexts to describe the nature of existence or the divine.
Examples:
- The concept of eternal life is central to many religions.
[2] Lasting or existing forever; without beginning or end.
Confidence: 0.90
Part of speech: adjective
Lemma: eternal
Chinese: 永恒
Subtype: duration
Notes: Can refer to abstract ideas, such as love or truth, that are considered timeless.
Examples:
- Her love for him felt eternal, transcending time and space.
[3] Relating to or being a part of eternity; timeless.
Confidence: 0.85
Part of speech: adjective
Lemma: eternal
Chinese: 永恒
Subtype: duration
Notes: Often used in literary or poetic contexts to evoke a sense of infinity.
Examples:
- The stars in the night sky seemed to whisper eternal secrets.
On the other hand, these three might be different:
Word: transform
Rank: 2646
Definitions:
[1] To change in form, appearance, or structure; to metamorphose.
Confidence: 0.95
Part of speech: verb
Lemma: transform
Chinese: 变形
Subtype: change
Notes: Often used in contexts involving significant change or conversion.
Examples:
- The caterpillar will transform into a butterfly.
[2] To cause to change in character or condition; to convert.
Confidence: 0.90
Part of speech: verb
Lemma: transform
Chinese: 转变
Subtype: change
Notes: Commonly used in contexts such as technology, business, or personal development.
Examples:
- The new software will transform the way we manage our projects.
[3] In mathematics, to change the coordinates of a point or the representation of a function.
Confidence: 0.85
Part of speech: verb
Lemma: transform
Chinese: 变换
Subtype: change
Notes: Used in various branches of mathematics, including geometry and calculus.
Examples:
- We can transform the equation into a simpler form.
and these are definitely different:
[1] A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, used for placing items on or for working at.
Confidence: 1.00
Part of speech: noun
Lemma: table
Chinese: 桌子
Subtype: small_movable_object
Notes: Commonly used in homes and offices.
Examples:
- We gathered around the dining table for dinner.
[2] A systematic arrangement of data, usually in rows and columns, for easy reference.
Confidence: 1.00
Part of speech: noun
Lemma: table
Chinese: 表格
Subtype: small_movable_object
Notes: Often used in academic and professional contexts.
Examples:
- The research paper included a table summarizing the results of the experiment.
[3] To postpone consideration of a motion or proposal in a meeting or legislative assembly.
Confidence: 0.90
Part of speech: verb
Lemma: table
Chinese: 搁置
Subtype: other
Notes: Usage can vary by region; in some places, it means to bring a motion forward for discussion.
Examples:
- The committee decided to table the discussion until next week.