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identification

[ahy-den-tuh-fi-key-shuhn, ih-den-] / aɪˌdɛn tə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən, ɪˌdɛn- /
NOUN
labeling; means of labeling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
description passport recognition testimony
STRONG
ID apperception assimilation badge bracelet credentials establishment naming papers tag
WEAK
cataloging classifying dog tag identity bracelet letter of introduction letter of recommendation

Example Sentences

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One Iranian resident said he was detained by police after an officer stopped and asked for his identification as he wandered on the beach.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

The identification of LC-Mo provides an important new lead in understanding Long COVID.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

California law requires county officials to keep election materials — including ballots and voter identification envelopes — for 22 months for elections involving a federal office and for six months for all other contests.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

ICE agents would be required to wear identification badges and work without masks, and follow existing laws regarding warrants.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

When he stood up to talk, he explained that he’d be demonstrating this new science of identification.

From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day