Description

Quick meaning: Description is a noun meaning The act of describing; a delineation by marks or signs.

Meaning

The act of describing; a delineation by marks or signs.

More Meanings

1. A set of characteristics by which someone or something can be recognized.
2. (taxonomy) A scientific documentation of a taxon for the purpose of introducing it to science.
3. (linguistics) A descriptive linguistic survey.
4. 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.
5. (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.

Example Sentences

a realistic description

give a verbal description of the events

The zoo had no lions, tigers, or cats of any description.

The type description of the fungus was written by a botanist.

Word Forms

• descriptions

Synonyms for description

Depending on context, synonyms include sort, kind, type, variety.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include depiction, profile, outline, delineation, portrayal, annotation.

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