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selective

/səˈlɛktɪv/ · adjective

Meaning

  1. Of or relating to the process of selection.
  2. Of or relating to natural selection.
  3. (of a person) choosy, fussy or discriminating when selecting.
  4. Having the authority or capability to make a selection.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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