represent

1. Lend physical presence or voice on behalf of a constituency defined by geography or purpose, when such manifestation of presence or voice by the whole of that constituency would be logistically impractical or impossible.

2. Stand in for a person, organization, or principle in a manner prescribed by law or formal custom where knowledge of protocols is specific and germaine to a particular forum of jurisdiction.

1. a) We represent the Lollipop Guild and wish to welcome you to Munchkinland. b) My name is Howard Dean, and I represent the Democratic wing of the Democratic Party.

2. Your Honor, I have been retained by my client to represent him in the matter before this court.

by Truth2Power July 29, 2004

Represent

To annoy others with your presence. An activity often carried out by 'playaz'. See playa.

Here we be, in Antarctica, representin' to all the penguins. Why, yes! Word, up homey EVEN!

by Lunarsight August 11, 2004

represent

A word that has been so overused in rap songs, that it has lost all meaning.

Typical rap lyrics: "Represent, represent, represent, represent. Represent, represent, represent, represent..."

by whodey June 15, 2004

represent

To give homage to where your from, usually with a nickname like Motor City, an area code like 305 or just saying the name like The Bronx.

I represent New Jersey and Manhattan

by Jersey Kid January 29, 2008

Represent for the Rent

Stripping to make a living, or paying your rent.

"So put your booty on duty and represent for the rent!"

by CS331824 August 16, 2008

represent

Showing respect to where you come from.

Represent yo clique mother fucka.

by n4r3d January 18, 2003

represent

to claim or declare something as yours; to belong to, be a part of

I represent that dirty south.

by only1princess July 5, 2003