determiner meaning and definition

DETERMINER noun

Definition of determiner (noun)

1. an argument that is conclusive
   • synonyms: clincher, determining factor
2. one of a limited class of noun modifiers that determine the referents of noun phrases
   • synonyms: determinative
3. a determining or causal element or factor
   • "education is an important determinant of one's outlook on life"
   • synonyms: causal factor, determinant, determinative, determining factor