A descrição



Example: A descrição do filme ajudou a entender a história melhor.

Definition


"A descrição" refers to the detailed account or explanation of something, often providing important information that helps clarify or better understand the subject, such as in the phrase 'A descrição do filme ajudou a entender a história melhor.'

Etymology


The word "descrição" comes from the Latin 'descriptio,' which means 'a copying, drawing, or writing down.' It evolved into Portuguese retaining the sense of outlining or detailing information. Did you know? The root 'scribere' in Latin means 'to write,' highlighting the connection to written explanations.

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