Canadian English Meaning of describe

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Definitions and Meaning of describe in English

Wordnet

describe (v)

give a description of

to give an account or representation of in words

make a mark or lines on a surface

identify as in botany or biology, for example

Webster

describe (v. t.)

To represent by drawing; to draw a plan of; to delineate; to trace or mark out; as, to describe a circle by the compasses; a torch waved about the head in such a way as to describe a circle.

To represent by words written or spoken; to give an account of; to make known to others by words or signs; as, the geographer describes countries and cities.

To distribute into parts, groups, or classes; to mark off; to class.

Webster

describe (v. i.)

To use the faculty of describing; to give a description; as, Milton describes with uncommon force and beauty.

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Describe

give a description of, to give an account or representation of in words, make a mark or lines on a surface, identify as in botany or biology, for exampleTo repr

characterise,depict,illustrate,portray,define,delineate,demonstrate,draw,image,outline

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