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Definition exact in British English

exact adjective

adjective
/ɪɡˈzækt/
1

done, made, or described in a very thorough way, with all the details correct

Example

This is an exact replica of the original ship.

Example

We need to establish the exact sequence of events leading up to the accident.

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2

used for emphasizing that you are referring to one particular thing and no other

Example

She led rescuers to the exact spot where the injured climber was lying.

Example

It was a meeting some time in June: I can't remember the exact date.

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3

doing things very carefully, making certain that all the details are correct

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Definition exact in British English