In the context of a virtual assistant, intent refers to the specific class of object that is relevant to a user's purpose. This means it represents the underlying purpose or goal behind a user's input. For instance, if a user asks 'What is the weather like today?', the intent could be categorized as 'weather forecast'. This helps the virtual assistant understand what the user wants to achieve and respond appropriately.
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