definition of
represent

[1] #1 represent v. [stand for, correspond] take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to; "Because of the sound changes in the course of history, an 'h' in Greek stands for an 's' in Latin". wn

[2] #2 represent v. [typify, symbolize, symbolise, stand for] express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol; "What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?". wn

[3] #3 represent v. be representative or typical for; "This period is represented by Beethoven". wn

[4] #4 represent v. be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute; "I represent the silent. wn

[5] #5 represent v. serve as a means of expressing something; "The flower represents a young girl". wn