The definition "'Welfare' means a handout made by the government to lazy people who refuse to work" is an example of a:
A) Lexical definition.
B) Persuasive definition.
C) Precising definition.
D) Theoretical definition.
E) Stipulative definition.

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The definition given is clearly intended to persuade and create a negative connotation towards those who receive welfare. It is not an objective or neutral definition, and therefore falls under the category of persuasive definition.

The Definition "'Welfare' Means a Handout Made by the Government