ATA-4, ATAPI-4, and ATA/ATAPI-4. ATA-4 is a standard approved by ANSI in 1998 under document NCITS 317-1998.TA-4, ATAPI-4, and ATA/ATAPI-4. ATA-4 is a standard approved by ANSI in 1998 under document NCITS 317-1998.
Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  debate(Noun) Strife, discord. 2  debate(Noun) An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision. After a four-hour debate, the committee voted to table the motion. debate(Noun) An informal and spirited but generally civil discussion of opposing views.
(ËstÊd i) n., pl. studâ¢ies, n. 1. application of the mind to the acquisition of knowledge, as by reading, investigation, or reflection. 2. the acquisition of knowledge or skill in a particular branch of learning, science, or art: the study of law. 3. Often, studies. a student's work at school or college: to pursue one's studies. 4. something studied or to be studied. 5. a detailed investigation and analysis of a subject, phenomenon, etc.