Description Meaning
/dɪˈskɹɪpʃən/Definition, CEFR level A1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA sketch or account of anything in words; a portraiture or representation in language; an enumeration of the essential qualities of a thing or species.
nounThe act of describing; a delineation by marks or signs.
Sentence Examples
Have you ever seen Mt. Fuji? It is beautiful beyond description.
We need a detailed description of what happened.
Follow the link below for a more detailed description.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The detective's ____ of the thief matched the witness statement perfectly.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Have you ever seen Mt. Fuji? It is beautiful beyond ____.
Word Origin & History
From Middle English descripcioun, from Old French description and its etymon, Latin dēscrīptiō, noun of action of dēscrībō (“to describe”). Equivalent to describe + -tion.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The detective's ____ of the thief matched the witness statement perfectly.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Have you ever seen Mt. Fuji? It is beautiful beyond ____.