Word Meaning

describe definition and meaning

v. t. To represent by drawing; to draw a plan of; to delineate; to trace or mark out; as, to describe a circle by the compasses; a torch waved about the head in such a way as to describe a circle.
v. t. To represent by words written or spoken; to give an account of; to make known to others by words or signs; as, the geographer describes countries and cities.
v. t. To distribute into parts, groups, or classes; to mark off; to class.
v. i. To use the faculty of describing; to give a description; as, Milton describes with uncommon force and beauty.

Crossword clues for describe

- Define
- Depict
- Explain
- Give an account of
- Give an account of in words
- Illustrate
- Recount from French writer