represent
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/ɹɛp.ɹɪ.ˈzɛnt/
English
Definitions
verb
- To present again or anew; to present by means of something standing in the place of; to exhibit the counterpart or image of; to typify.
- To portray visually; to delineate“The sculptor represented a horse in bronze.”
- To portray by mimicry or acting; to act the part or character of“It has always been his dream to represent Hamlet on Broadway.”
- To stand or act in the place of; to perform the duties, exercise the rights, or otherwise act on behalf of“An attorney's job is to represent his client in court”
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