representation
representation Lexical Profile
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• noun
The action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or the state of being so represented, especially in a political, legal, or legislative capacity.
"The citizens demanded fair representation in the national parliament before agreeing to the new tax policy."
The description or portrayal of someone or something in a particular way or as being of a certain nature, or a visual, artistic, or symbolic likeness.
"The museum exhibition features a detailed sculptural representation of ancient city life."
A formal statement made to an authority or another party, especially so as to communicate an opinion, register a protest, or induce someone to enter into a contract.
"The environmental committee made formal representations to the city council regarding the proposed highway expansion."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed from Old French representation, from Latin repraesentationem ('a showing, exhibiting, or bringing before the mind'), from the verb repraesentare ('to place before, make present, or exhibit').