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Meaning of the word condition in English

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condition

US /kənˈdɪʃ.ən/
UK /kənˈdɪʃ.ən/
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Noun

1.

the state of something with regard to its appearance, quality, or working order

Example:
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The car is in excellent condition.
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The house is old but in good condition.
Synonym:
state shape form order repair
2.

a limiting or restricting circumstance

Example:
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They accepted the offer on the condition that it was delivered by Friday.
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The contract includes several important conditions.
Synonym:
stipulation provision prerequisite qualification restriction
3.

a disease or other medical problem

Example:
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He suffers from a heart condition.
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The doctor diagnosed her with a rare skin condition.
Synonym:
ailment disorder illness disease malady

Verb

to put (something) into a good or desired state of repair or readiness

Example:
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He spent hours conditioning the old leather.
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Athletes condition their bodies for peak performance.
Synonym:
prepare train ready fit adapt
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conditional conditioned conditions conditioning on the condition that on condition that conditional on