profile

/ˈproʊfaɪl/
noun
  1. A short description of someone or something that gives the most important information.
    • The company published a profile of its new CEO in the newsletter.
    • Her online profile says she is a student and loves hiking.
    • The website asks you to create a profile with your name and interests.
  2. The outline of a face or object seen from the side.
    • He turned his head so she could see his profile.
    • The mountain's profile was clear against the evening sky.
    • The artist drew a profile of the woman sitting by the window.
  3. The amount of public attention or notice that someone or something receives.
    • She keeps a low profile and rarely gives interviews.
    • The charity wants to raise its profile through a social media campaign.
    • The movie gave the small town a high profile around the world.
  4. A graph or set of data showing the characteristics of something, such as a person's skills or a population's traits.
    • The test creates a profile of your strengths and weaknesses.
    • We analyzed the risk profile of each investment option.
    • The report includes a demographic profile of the city's residents.
verb
  1. To describe or write a short report about someone or something.
    • The magazine profiled several young entrepreneurs in its latest issue.
    • The documentary profiles the life of a famous scientist.
    • She was profiled in the local newspaper for her volunteer work.
  2. To collect information about someone in order to create a description, often for security or marketing purposes.
    • The software profiles each customer's shopping habits.
    • Police officers should not profile people based on their appearance.
    • The website profiles users to show them relevant ads.
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