identification — the action or process of identifying someone or something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action or process of identifying someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /aɪˌdentɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The bouncer asked for my identification, but I accidentally showed him my library card.
- Fingerprint identification is now commonly used in smartphones.
- The witness was unable to make a positive identification of the suspect.
identification
NOUN[/aɪˌdentɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
the action or process of identifying someone or something
The identification of the thief was possible because of a small clue.
The guard completed the identification of the visitor before opening the gate.
Identification led to clarification and finally verification.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'identicus' (identical, the same) and 'facere' (to make or do). The word originally meant 'to make identical' and evolved to mean 'to establish identity' or 'to recognize and distinguish'.
Breakdown
ident- (from Latin identicus, meaning identical or same) + -ify (from Latin facere, meaning to make or cause) + -ation (suffix forming nouns from verbs, indicating an action or process).
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📝Examples
“The bouncer asked for my identification, but I accidentally showed him my library card.”
“Fingerprint identification is now commonly used in smartphones.”
“The witness was unable to make a positive identification of the suspect.”
“My dog's identification tag fell off during our walk in the park.”
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