representation

 
Pronunciation: /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1the action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or the state of being so represented: you may qualify for free legal representation
  • 2the description or portrayal of someone or something in a particular way: the representation of women in newspapers
  • the depiction of someone or something in a work of art: Picasso is striving for some absolute representation of reality
  • [count noun] a picture, model, or other depiction of someone or something: a striking representation of a vase of flowers
  • (in some theories of perception) a mental state or concept regarded as corresponding to a thing perceived.
  • 3 (representations) formal statements made to an authority, especially so as to communicate an opinion or register a protest: the Law Society will make representations to the Lord Chancellor
  • [count noun] a statement or allegation: any buyer was relying on a representation that the tapes were genuine

Origin:

late Middle English (in the sense 'image, likeness'): from Old French representation or Latin repraesentatio(n-), from repraesentare 'bring before, exhibit' (see represent)