Definition of "Representation" :

noun: an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent

noun: the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf

noun: a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something

noun: the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body

noun: a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

noun: a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting

"Certain representations were made concerning police brutality."

noun: a performance of a play

noun: a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract

"The sales contract contains several representations by the vendor."

noun: a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency

"A Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California."

noun: the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent