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A Data Element Definition is a textual definition associated with a Data element within a Data dictionary that gives the data element a specific meaning.

There are guidelines to follow when creating good data element definitions.

  1. Be precise
  2. Be concise
  3. Do not refer to yourself
  4. Differentiate

See Also

Data dictionary metadata