The definition "'Juvenile' means, for purposes of New York law, a person under 16 years of age" is an example of:
A) A precising definition.
B) An operational definition.
C) A synonymous definition.
D) A jurisdictional definition.
E) An etymological definition.

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A precising definition narrows down the meaning of a term for a specific context or purpose, which is what the given definition does by specifying the age range for 'juvenile' under New York law.

The Definition "'Juvenile' Means, for Purposes of New York Law