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indefinite

Syllabification: (in·def·i·nite)

Pronunciation: /inˈdefənit/

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Definition of indefinite

adjective

lasting for an unknown or unstated length of time:they may face indefinite detention
not clearly expressed or defined; vague:their status remains indefinite
Grammar (of a word, inflection, or phrase) not determining the person, thing, time, etc., referred to.