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Entity Definition (Metadata)
n.
Pronunciation
/ˈɛntəti ˌdɛfəˈnɪʃən/
Acronym
Definition
A metadata field that describes what concept an entity represents or captures.
The definition may include additional information pertaining to the format in which concepts are captured. The definition serves as a form of data governance by eliminating the ambiguity surrounding the purpose of an entity.
Category
Metadata
Related Terms
Attribute Definition (Metadata), Category Definition (Metadata), Metadata
Index
Product Information Encyclopedia
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