describe (someone or something) to (someone)

describe (someone or something) to (someone)

To make a descriptive statement about someone or something to someone else. If you describe Bill to me, I might remember him. Can you describe the situation to me? I'm not sure what is going on. OK, please describe a scenario to me in which you would need quick access to a sword.

See also: describe, to

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describe someone or something to someone

to characterize or portray a particular person or thing to someone. Will you describe her to me, please? Please describe yourself to me so I will know you.

See also: describe, to

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