To make a distinction



Beispiel: They make a distinction between cases

Definition


"To make a distinction" means to recognize or point out a difference between two or more things, ideas, or categories. It involves identifying specific characteristics that set apart one thing from another, often to clarify understanding or decision-making.

Etymologie


The phrase "to make a distinction" comes from the Latin word 'distinguere,' meaning 'to separate' or 'to mark off.' Over time, it evolved in English to express the act of differentiating or noting differences between items, concepts, or people.