Meaning of the word portrait in English
What does portrait mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
portrait
US /ˈpɔːr.trɪt/
UK /ˈpɔːr.trɪt/
Noun
1.
a painting, drawing, photograph, or engraving of a person, especially one depicting only the face or head and shoulders.
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She commissioned an artist to paint a portrait of her daughter.
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The museum has a collection of historical portraits.
2.
a literary or artistic description of someone or something.
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The novel provides a vivid portrait of life in the 19th century.
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His speech was a scathing portrait of political corruption.
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