represented; representing; represents
Definition of represent
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: to bring clearly before the mind : present
a book which represents the character of early America
2
: to serve as a sign or symbol of
the flag represents our country
3
: to portray or exhibit in art : depict
4
: to serve as the counterpart or image of : typify
a movie hero who represents the ideals of the culture
5a
: to produce on the stage
b
: to act the part or role of
6a(1)
: to take the place of in some respect
(2)
: to act in the place of or for usually by legal right
(3)
: to manage the legal and business affairs of
athletes represented by top lawyers and agents
b
: to serve especially in a legislative body by delegated authority usually resulting from election
7
: to describe as having a specified character or quality
represents himself as a friend
8a
: to give one's impression and judgment of : state in a manner intended to affect action or judgment
b
: to point out in protest or remonstrance
9
: to serve as a specimen, example, or instance of
10a
: to form an image or representation of in the mind
b(1)
: to apprehend (an object) by means of an idea
(2)
: to recall in memory
11
: to correspond to in essence : constitute
1
: to make representations against something : protest
2
slang
: to perform a task or duty admirably : serve as an outstanding example
re-present
verb (2)
re-presented; re-presenting; re-presents
Definition of re-present (Entry 2 of 2)
: to present again or anew
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The first known use of represent was in the 14th century
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