profile

/ˈproʊfaɪl/
nounIntermediate a summary of someone's background or characteristics
general

a brief description of someone's background, skills, or interests, often used for professional or social purposes

He created a detailed profile on the dating app to attract potential matches.

He made a comprehensive personal summary to find compatible partners.

The company requires all employees to maintain an up-to-date profile in the internal system.

The organization mandates that all staff keep their professional summaries current.

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Profiles are commonly used in professional networking, social media, and online platforms.

⚙️Engineering
technical

the outline or shape of an object, especially when viewed in silhouette

The engineer analyzed the profile of the bridge to ensure structural integrity.

The engineer examined the outline of the bridge to verify its stability.

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In engineering, 'profile' refers to the cross-sectional shape or contour of an object.

technical

a detailed analysis of a person's psychological traits, often used in marketing or research

The marketing team developed a buyer profile to target the right audience.

The marketing team created a detailed analysis of the ideal customer to focus their campaigns.

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Psychological profiles are used to understand consumer behavior or personality types.

Collocations

social media profilea personal page on a social networking siteuser profilea summary of a person's account details and preferencescreate a profileto set up a personal or professional summary online

Related Phrases

to raise one's profilephrase
to increase one's visibility or reputation
a high-profile individualphrase
a person who is well-known or prominent

💡Pro Tip

Professional Profiles

When creating a professional profile, include relevant skills, experience, and achievements to make a strong impression.

Gold Rule

Accuracy Matters

Always ensure your profile information is accurate and up-to-date, especially for professional purposes.

📖Word Origin

From Middle French 'profil', from Italian 'profilo', from Latin 'profilum', meaning 'outline' or 'front view'.

📝Usage Notes

The word 'profile' is commonly used in digital contexts, such as social media and professional networking sites. It can also refer to a physical outline or a psychological analysis.

Word Breakdown

pro-
forward
prefix
+
-file
outline or shape
root
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