defining moment

defining moment

noun
a point at which the essential nature or character of a person, group, etc., is revealed or identified.

Origin:
1980–85
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Defining moment is always a great word to know.
So is quincunx. Does it mean:
an arrangement of five objects, as trees, in a square or rectangle, one at each corner and one in the middle.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
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Main Entry:  defining moment
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  an occurrence that typifies or determines all related events that follow
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