Meaning of 'profile'

noun

biographical sketch

Example: "I wrote a quick profile of the painter for the newspaper."

noun

an analysis, often in graphical form, representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics

Example: "The doctor showed me a biochemical profile of my blood."

noun

a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers

Example: "I pointed out the mantle on the profile."

noun

an outline of something, especially a human face as seen from one side

Example: "I had profiles of all my family members in a collage."

noun

degree of exposure to public notice

Example: "I kept a low profile after the scandal."

Synonyms: visibility

verb

to represent in profile, by drawing or painting

Example: "I profiled a series of strangers for my art project."

verb

to write about

Example: "The author of this article profiles a famous painter."