单词 | profile |
释义 | profile n. & v. --n   1. a an outline (esp. of a human face) as seen from one side. b a representation of this.   2. a short biographical or character sketch.   3. Statistics a representation by a graph or chart of information (esp. on certain characteristics) recorded in a quantified form.   4. a characteristic personal manner or attitude.   5. a vertical cross-section of a structure.   6. a flat outline piece of scenery on stage. --vtr.   1. represent in profile.   2. give a profile to. Phrases and idioms in profile as seen from one side. keep a low profile remain inconspicuous. Derivatives profiler n. profilist n. Etymology: obs. It. profilo, profilare (as PRO-(1), filare spin f. L filare f. filum thread) |
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