representation

n 1: a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

[syn: {mental representation}, {internal representation}]

2: a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something

3: the act of representing; standing in for someone or some

group

4: the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate

or agent [syn: {delegacy}, {agency}]

5: a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or

protesting; "certain representations were made concerning

police brutality"

6: an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or

results in an equivalent