identification
/aɪˌdɛn(t)ɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/ noun B2- The act of identifying (i.e., which one, which thing). · In many network protocols, identification is complemented by authentication.
- The combination of identifying (which one, which thing) and validating the identity (proving or confirming it); identifying and authenticating viewed as a unitary concept in cognition. · Much education and experience is required for proper identification of bird species.
- The state of being identified. · The problem's identification was the first step toward dealing with it.
- A particular instance of identifying something. · information necessary to make a good identification
- A document or documents serving as evidence of a person's identity. · The authorities asked for his identification.
- A feeling of support, sympathy, understanding, or belonging towards somebody or something. · identification with the tribe
Plural identifications
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“Porlock, Watson, is a nom-de-plume, a mere identification mark; but behind it lies a shifty and evasive personality.
“So little that it was evident that he had carefully guarded himself against identification.
When I learned that the missing man was devoted to entomology the identification was complete.”
“You are quick at identification,” said he.
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