Definition
Portrait (noun):
A likeness or representation of a person, especially focusing on the face, created through painting, drawing, photography, or another artistic medium.
Examples
- A gallery of family portraits.
- A photographic portrait hanging on the wall.
Extended Meaning
A portrait can also refer to a verbal description or written depiction of a person, capturing personality, character, or mood rather than physical appearance. For example:
The author painted a vivid verbal portrait of the city’s founding leader.
Origin and Usage
The word "portrait" derives from the Middle French portraire, meaning "to portray." It entered English around the 16th century to describe both visual and descriptive representations of individuals.
Common Contexts
- Artistic works (paintings, sculptures, photography).
- Literature and biographies (character portrayals).
- Modern usage in digital media and photography.
Author’s Summary:
A portrait is an artistic or descriptive representation that reveals a person's physical likeness or inner character, often focusing on the face.
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