signalment

/ˈsɪɡnəlmənt/
noun
  1. A detailed description of a person, especially one used for identification by police or authorities.
    • The witness provided a signalment of the suspect to the police sketch artist.
    • A thorough signalment includes height, build, hair color, and any distinguishing marks.
    • The detective compared the signalment in the file with the man standing before him.
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