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Definition discern in British English

discern verb

[transitive] verb
/dɪˈsɜː(r)n/
1

to notice something, especially after thinking about it carefully or studying it

Example

discern a difference/pattern/reason

Synonyms and related words
notice recognize observe
2

to see or hear something, especially something that is far away or not very clear

Example

We could just about discern a small figure walking towards us.

Synonyms and related words
make out hear overhear see make out spot
Definition discern in British English