context

(noun, adjective, verb)

adjective

1. (obsolete) Knit or woven together; close; firm.

noun

1. discourse that surrounds a language unit and helps to determine its interpretation

Definition categories: communication, discourse

2. the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event

- the historical context

Similar word(s): circumstance, setting

Definition categories: state, environment

Sentences with context as a noun:

- In what context did your attack on him happen? - We had a pretty tense relationship at the time, and when he insulted me I snapped.

verb

1. (obsolete) To knit or bind together; to unite closely.