ˈprəufaɪl n. & v. --n. 1 a an
outline (esp. of a
human face) as
seen from one side. b a
representation of
this. 2 a
short biographical or
character sketch. 3
Statistics a representation by a graph or
chart of
information (esp. on
certain characteristics) recorded in a quantified
form. 4 a
characteristic personal manner or
attitude. 5 a
vertical cross-section of a
structure. 6 a flat outline
piece of
scenery on
stage. --v.tr. 1
represent in profile. 2
give a profile
to. øin profile as seen from one side.
keep a low profile
remain inconspicuous. øøprofiler n. profilist n. [obs.
It. profilo, profilare (as
PRO-(1), filare
spin f. L filare f. filum thread)]