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representation noun

noun
/ˌreprɪzenˈteɪʃ(ə)n/
1

a sign, symbol, or picture of something

Example

The dove in the picture is a representation of peace.

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2

a person or group that speaks, acts, or is present for another person, group, or organization

Example

You should get legal representation (=get a lawyer to help you) immediately.

Example

France had no representation at the peace talks.

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2.1

in politics, the job of officially helping people and making decisions for them

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