B2nounlawtechnology
US/aɪˌden.tə.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK/aɪˌden.tɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
an official document that shows who you are; also the process of recognizing someone or something
In context
You need to show some identification to open a bank account.
Early identification of the problem saved the company a lot of money.
The police are using cameras for face identification at the airport.
Words that go with identification
noun + preposition
- form of identificationA passport is the best form of identification.
- proof of identificationBring a proof of identification to the exam.
noun + noun
- identification cardPlease show your identification card at the gate.
adjective + noun
- early identificationEarly identification of disease improves treatment.
- positive identificationThe witness made a positive identification of the thief.