01 a. Marking a difference; distinguishing.
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1.
Marking a difference; distinguishing.“And finds with keen discriminating sight, Black's not so black; -- nor white so very white.” — Canning.
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2.
making careful or fine distinctions, especially as to quality or accuracy; as, a discriminating observer.
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3.
having a refined taste or excellent judgment; as, a discriminating taste.
Syn.
discerning, perspicacious.