identification

/aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃn̩/noun
Elementary
1

The act of identifying (i.e., which one, which thing).

2

The combination of identifying (which one, which thing) and validating the identity (proving or confirming it); identifying and authenticating viewed as a unitary concept in cognition.

3

The state of being identified.

4

A particular instance of identifying something.

5

A document or documents serving as evidence of a person's identity.

6

A feeling of support, sympathy, understanding, or belonging towards somebody or something.

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