Attribute definition

An attribute definition is a precise explanation of what an attribute means and how it should be used. It ensures everyone and every app interprets the attribute consistently.

We use attribute definitions as part of your ontology, making meaning explicit and shared across all apps. Definitions prevent semantic drift, reduce confusion and ensure decisions align with the correct interpretation of your data.

Definitions eliminate ambiguity. They stop teams and tools from creating their own conflicting versions of the truth.

You’ll see definitions in examples like:

• “Customer status refers to the lifecycle position”
• “Order value is net revenue”
• “Priority reflects business impact”

Attribute definitions anchor meaning so your organisation speaks one language.