identification
Translation
identification, ID, recognition
Examples
Please show some form of identification.
Please show some form of identification.
The identification of the suspect was difficult.
The identification of the suspect was difficult.
His identification with the main character was complete.
His identification with the main character was complete.
Grammar Patterns
((of sb./sth.)) the act of recognizing who or what sb./sth. is The identification of the suspect was difficult.
((with sb./sth.)) the feeling of understanding sb./sth. His identification with the main character was complete.
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Etymology
From Latin 'identificare' (to make the same). The suffix '-ation' forms a noun indicating a process or result.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'ID card' is short for 'identification card', linking the word to proof of who you are.