Identification Definition & Meaning

identification
noun
  1. the act of designating or identifying something
  2. evidence of identity; something that identifies a person or thing
  3. the condition of having the identity (of a person or object) established; "the thief's identification was followed quickly by his arrest"; "identification of the gun was an important clue"
  4. the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering; "a politician whose recall of names was as remarkable as his recognition of faces"; "experimental psychologists measure the elapsed time from the onset of the stimulus to its recognition by the observer"
  5. the attribution to yourself (consciously or unconsciously) of the characteristics of another person (or group of persons)

"Identification" in song lyrics

See how identification is used in real songs:

  • "to announce your station identification."
    Digital Underground — Doowutchyalike
  • "K-O station identification"
    K-Otix — Frequencies
  • "Vibrations reverberatin give identification"
    Latyrx — Say That

Usage tips for "identification"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "identification" 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 identification to find words that pair well.

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