Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tell-apart
phrasal verb
/tɛl əˈpɑːrt/
Definition
To differentiate or distinguish between two or more items, often used in the context of recognizing differences in appearance, nature, or qualities.
Examples
- It’s hard to tell apart identical twins.
- Can you tell apart these two paintings?
- The expert was able to tell apart the genuine artifact from the counterfeit.
Meaning
The phrase ‘tell apart’ refers to the ability to recognize or identify differences between things that may seem similar.
Synonyms
- differentiating
- distinguish
- discriminate
- recognize
