What does description mean?
Description means A sketch or account of anything in words; a portraiture or representation in language; an enumeration of the essential qualities of a thing or species..
Description
/dɪˈskɹɪpʃən/ · noun
Meaning
A sketch or account of anything in words; a portraiture or representation in language; an enumeration of the essential qualities of a thing or species..
Definitions by Sense
- A sketch or account of anything in words; a portraiture or representation in language; an enumeration of the essential qualities of a thing or species.
- The act of describing; a delineation by marks or signs.
- A set of characteristics by which someone or something can be recognized.
- (taxonomy) A scientific documentation of a taxon for the purpose of introducing it to science.
- (linguistics) The act or practice of recording and describing actual language usage in a given speech community, as opposed to prescription, i.e. laying down norms of language usage.
- (linguistics) A descriptive linguistic survey.
Example Sentences
give a verbal description of the events
a realistic description
The zoo had no lions, tigers, or cats of any description.
The type description of the fungus was written by a botanist.
Synonyms for description
Antonyms for description
Related Words
Word Forms
- descriptions
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for description?
Common synonyms include sort, kind, type, variety.
What is the opposite of description?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use description in a sentence?
give a verbal description of the events
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