conditions
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- n the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
there were wide variations in the conditions of observation - n the set of circumstances that affect someone's welfare
hazardous working conditions
harsh living conditions - n the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
every day we have weather conditions and yesterday was no exception
the conditions were too rainy for playing in the snow - n a state at a particular time
- 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
- 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
- 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