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profiling

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Noun — The process of building up a detailed picture of someone's likely characteristics, often used in criminal investigations.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “profiling” mean?

The word “profiling” means the process of building up a detailed picture of someone's likely characteristics, often used in criminal investigations. In plain terms, building a picture of someone based on patterns — sometimes a legitimate investigative tool, sometimes an unfair and discriminatory practice.

How do you use “profiling” in a sentence?

Here is “profiling” used in a sentence: “Offender profiling helped narrow down the suspect list.”

What part of speech is “profiling”?

“Profiling” is a noun.

Is “profiling” a common word?

“Profiling” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “profiling” have?

“Profiling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of building up a detailed picture of someone's likely characteristics, often used in criminal investigations.

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