Documentation Definition & Meaning

documentation
noun
  1. confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence
  2. program listings or technical manuals describing the operation and use of programs
  3. documentary validation; "his documentation of the results was excellent"; "the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones"

"Documentation" in song lyrics

See how documentation is used in real songs:

  • "No rockin' without the proper documentation"
    K-Otix — Frequencies
  • "You prolly jotting this down for your documentation"
    Tonedeff f/ A.L. Skills, PackFM, Rise, Substantial, Wordsworth, Wiseguy — Allstar Cypher
  • "nursing documentation"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "documentation"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "documentation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for documentation to find words that pair well.

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