written description

[ˈrɪtən dɪˈskrɪpʃən]
nounpl: written descriptions
descrição escrita
1. A detailed account or representation of something expressed in written form
The police officer took a written description of the suspect from the witness.
O policial anotou uma descrição escrita do suspeito fornecida pela testemunha.
2. A text-based explanation or portrayal of a person, object, event, or concept
The job posting included a written description of the responsibilities.
O anúncio de emprego incluía uma descrição escrita das responsabilidades.
3. Documentation that provides specific details or characteristics in written format
A written description of the artifact was recorded in the museum's database.
Uma descrição escrita do artefato foi registrada no banco de dados do museu.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'written description' is commonly used in legal, educational, and professional settings. In Brazil, it's particularly important in police reports (boletim de ocorrência) and formal documentation. The term emphasizes the importance of documentation and record-keeping in official processes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
written accountwritten reporttextual descriptiondocumented descriptiondetailed account
Antonyms / Antônimos
verbal descriptionoral accountvisual representationpictureimage

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
descrição escrita
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
descrição escrita
No regional variation; standard usage
São Paulo
descrição escrita
No regional variation; standard usage
Portugal
descrição por escrito
Slightly different phrasing preference in European Portuguese

Related Words

descriptiondocumentationnarrativeaccountreportdepiction

Related Idioms & Phrases

fit the written description
match the written description
a written description of events
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