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UK
/pɹˈəʊfaɪl/
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[ US /ˈpɹoʊˌfaɪɫ/ ]
[ US /ˈpɹoʊˌfaɪɫ/ ]
NOUN
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an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics
a psychological profile of serial killers
a biochemical profile of blood - biographical sketch
- a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers
- an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side)
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degree of exposure to public notice
that candidate does not have sufficient visibility to win an election
VERB
- represent in profile, by drawing or painting
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write about
The author of this article profiles a famous painter
How To Use profile In A Sentence
- I reassured him it was secure by logging into my account and viewing his profile. Computing
- This absorbing profile muses on his universal popularity and compulsive desire to draw and paint. Times, Sunday Times
- Poly-L-lactic acid is the same material used in absorbable sutures and offers an excellent safety profile. Archive 2004-11-01
- The invention concerns a cable drum having a non-cylindrical profile of its outer surface and the use of this cable drum in a window regulator system, particularly in a vehicle.
- Adding to my trepidation is this primary poll from Survey USA, which confirms Roulstone's campaign doesn't yet have the profile it needs. Sound Politics: Roulstone Update
- The heron profile that she saw through the grille.
- This picture shows the girl in profile.
- But it Hoolock Wu Wen-mei first half of yellow, white and the lower body more and more vertical profile, wing spot and more white, more mottled waist and tail-heavy.
- And the high profile court battles have shown how difficult it is to get medical experts to agree on how to interpret the facts of a case.
- We are entering a new era of genetic medicine in which it is becoming possible to profile all people for their inherited risk of disease. Times, Sunday Times