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 profile profile /ˈproʊˌfaɪl/

noun

  1. () An analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics  ( profile )
    an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics
     A biochemical profile of blood
    a biochemical profile of blood
     A psychological profile of serial killers
    a psychological profile of serial killers
  2. () An outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side)  ( profile )
    an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side)
  3. () Biographical sketch  ( profile )
    biographical sketch
  4. A vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers  ( profile )
    a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers
  5. Degree of exposure to public notice  ( profile , visibility )
    degree of exposure to public notice
     That candidate does not have sufficient visibility to win an election
    that candidate does not have sufficient visibility to win an election

verb

  1. Represent in profile, by drawing or painting  ( profile )
    represent in profile, by drawing or painting
  2. Write about  ( profile )
    write about
     The author of this article profiles a famous painter
    The author of this article profiles a famous painter