1. | [u][c] 表现;描述;描绘;表现形式the act of presenting sb/sth in a particular way; something that shows or describes sth |
the negative representation of single mothers in the media 媒体对单身母亲的负面描述 | |
The snake swallowing its tail is a representation of infinity. 蛇衔其尾表示无穷无尽。 |
2. | [u] 有代理人;代表;维护;支持the fact of having representatives who will speak or vote for you or on your behalf |
The green movement lacks effective representation in Parliament. 环境保护运动在议会中缺乏有力的支持者。 | |
The accused was not allowed legal representation. 没有允许被告请律师。 |
3. | [pl] 陈述;抗议formal statements made to sb in authority, especially in order to make your opinions known or to protest |
We have made representations to the prime minister, but without success. 我们同首相进行交涉,但没有效果。 |