describe
/dɪˈskɹaɪb/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: describes · describing · described
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To represent in words.
Verb
Examples
The feeling is difficult to describe, but not unpleasant.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To represent by drawing; to draw a plan of; to delineate; to trace or mark out.
Verb
Examples
to describe a circle by the compasses; a torch waved about the head in such a way as to describe a circle
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “describe” mean?
To represent in words.
Is “describe” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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