Profile

Word PROFILE
Character 7
Hyphenation pro file
Pronunciations /ˈpɹəʊfaɪl/

Definitions and meanings of "Profile"

What do we mean by profile?

A side view of an object or structure, especially of the human head. noun

A representation of an object or structure seen from the side. synonym: form. noun

An outline of an object. synonym: outline. noun

Degree of exposure to public notice; visibility. noun

A biographical account presenting the subject's most noteworthy characteristics and achievements. noun

A set of characteristics that identify or are thought to identify a particular type of person. noun

A formal summary or analysis of data, often in the form of a graph or table, representing distinctive features or characteristics. noun

A vertical section of soil or rock showing the sequence of the various layers. noun

To draw or shape a profile of. transitive verb

To produce a profile of. transitive verb

To engage in the ethnic or racial profiling of (a person). transitive verb

To draw with a side view; outline (any object or objects) so as to show a section as if cut perpendicularly from top to bottom.

In mech., to impart by means of a tool or tools a definite prescribed form to (pieces of wood or metal) by chiseling, milling, tiling, or like operations.

Theat., to cut (the edge of wings or set pieces) into irregular shapes to represent trees, rocks, etc.

An outline or contour; specifically, the largest contour or outline of anything, usually seen in or represented by a vertical longitudinal section or side view. For example, nearly all the fishes, butterflies, etc., figured in this dictionary are drawn in profile. noun

Hence The outline of the human face in a section through the median line: a side view; the side-face or half-face: as, a Greek profile. noun

A representation of the face in side view: as, profiles cut in black paper are called silhouettes. noun

In architecture, the outline or contour of anything, such as a building, a figure, a molding, as shown by a section through it. noun

The outermost shape, view, or edge of an object.

The shape, view, or shadow of a person's head from the side; a side view.

A summary or collection of information, especially about a person

A specific space or field in which users can provide various types of personal information in software or Internet systems.

Reputation.

The amount by which something protrudes.

Prominence; noticeability.

A smoothed (e.g., troweled or brushed) vertical surface of an excavation showing evidence of at least one feature or diagnostic specimen; the graphic recording of such as by sketching, photographing, etc.

Character; totality of related characteristics; signature; status (especially in scientific, technical, or military uses).

A section of any member, made at right angles with its main lines, showing the exact shape of mouldings etc.

A drawing exhibiting a vertical section of the ground along a surveyed line, or graded work, as of a railway, showing elevations, depressions, grades, etc.

An exemption from certain types of duties due to injury or disability.

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The word "profile" in example sentences

Anyone today who fits a certain profile is a target for suspicion and even hatred. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Thanks to this blog and many other activities, my profile is a rising in the world. ❋ Unknown (2009)

PS that pic on my profile is a 512 lb black bear that I had to get within 12 feet (not yards) to see him on the ground with the hounds. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Here's the first of some important Analytics definitions: a profile is a set of rules that determines what data shows up in your Analytics reports. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Doing a profile is a logical and fair way for people who want to do standards work based on RSS to proceed. ❋ Unknown (2007)

I'll address other matters in private email, assuming your profile is accurate. ❋ Unknown (2006)

Note: Since this label profile was written, Progressive Form has released Form 2.03, whose ten tracks include work by Katsutoshi Yoshihara, Serguei Iwanikov and others. ❋ Unknown (2004)

However, I couldn't help but to notice that after I initiated my "brand" on allvoices, that is what they call a profile who signs up for their "incentives" and "syndication" programs, and whatever new programs they come up with to make up for the absence of the other two's integrity, I focused mostly on the health care debate. ❋ Prometheus Radio Project (2010)

(not sure about the term profile, i use french version of inventor) ❋ Unknown (2009)

I think your approach to supporting new authors who are struggling to raise their profile is great. ❋ Unknown (2009)

A giant image of Jackson in profile appeared on-screen as the music resumed, and Beyoncé poured out a new verse, sinking to her knees and adding, Michael, I can see your halo, I can feel your halo ... ❋ Unknown (2009)

Their profile is the most relevant data they provide. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Setting up a profile is pretty easy, but it stops you from options available on some of the other sites. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The importance of a LinkedIn profile is new territory for many in the room. ❋ Unknown (2010)

I also found a profile from a lady that wrote she is "just trying to figure out why my husband got an email update from this site." ❋ Unknown (2009)

The silhouette of a man appeared in profile; so, simultaneously, did thousands. ❋ Unknown (2009)

As I am interested in education, and developed educational materials for a decade, the profile is perfectly useful to young children as well as upper level. ❋ Unknown (2009)

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