Pronunciation
/dəkjuˈment/
Definitions
Noun
- A written, printed, or electronic record containing information, data, or instructions: The report was part of a large research document.
- A legal or official paper requiring signature: I signed the document to finalize the purchase.
Verb
- To prepare or create a written or electronic record: She spent hours documenting her project.
- To provide evidence or proof (of something): The photographs documented the event accurately.
Phrases
- “Documenting a process” refers to recording every step in detail.
- “Documentary evidence” is used to support a claim or statement.
- “Documenting history” involves preserving records of past events.
Example Sentences
- Noun: “The lawyer reviewed all the relevant documents before drafting the contract.”
- Verb: “She decided to document her travels to share her experiences online.”
- Intransitive verb: “The project manager asked the team to document their progress.”