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identification

[ahy-den-tuh-fi-key-shuhn, ih-den-] / aɪˌdɛn tə fɪˈkeɪ ʃən, ɪˌdɛn- /
NOUN
labeling; means of labeling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
description passport recognition testimony
STRONG
ID apperception assimilation badge bracelet credentials establishment naming papers tag
WEAK
cataloging classifying dog tag identity bracelet letter of introduction letter of recommendation

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It added that "a number of enquiries have been received, including some referencing leg ring numbers, none have matched the identification on this parrot to date".

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

That desire for identification doesn’t appear to extend to being fully identifiable by face.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The identification of LC-Mo provides an important new lead in understanding Long COVID.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

ICE agents would be required to wear identification badges and work without masks, and follow existing laws regarding warrants.

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

He looked at which paintings were being crated and realized each had an identification label with a red dot.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti