represent

represent [rep΄ri zent′]

vt.

[ME representen < OFr representer < L repraesentare < re-, again + praesentare: see RE- & PRESENT, vt.]

1. to present or picture to the mind

2.

a) to present a likeness or image of; portray; depict

b) to be a likeness or image of, as a picture or statue may be

3. to present in words; describe, state, or set forth; specif.,

a) to describe as having a specified character

b) to set forth forcibly or earnestly, so as to influence action, persuade hearers, make effective protest, etc.

4.

a) to be a sign or symbol for; stand for; symbolize [x represents the unknown]

b) to denote by symbols, characters, etc. [to represent quantities by letters]

5. to be the equivalent of; correspond to, as in a different place or time [a cave represented home to them]

6.

a) to present, produce, or perform (a play, etc.)

b) to act the part of (a character), as in a play

7. to act or stand in place of; be an agent, proxy, or substitute for

8. to speak and act for by duly conferred authority, as an ambassador for a country or a legislator for constituents

9. to serve as a specimen, example, type, or instance of; exemplify or typify

representable

adj.