condition
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- n a state at a particular time
a condition (or state) of disrepair - n an assumption on which rests the validity or effect of something else
- n a mode of being or form of existence of a person or thing
the human condition - n information that should be kept in mind when making a decision
- n the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
- n an illness, disease, or other medical problem
a heart condition
a skin condition - n (usually plural) a statement of what is required as part of an agreement
the contract set out the conditions of the lease - n the procedure that is varied in order to estimate a variable's effect by comparison with a control condition
- v establish a conditioned response
- v develop (children's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
- v specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
- v put into a better state
he conditions old cars - v apply conditioner to in order to make smooth and shiny
I condition my hair after washing it