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described (Verb (past tense/past participle))
Described is the past tense and past participle form of the verb 'to describe.' It means to give an account of something in words, detailing its characteristics, appearance, or events. It can also refer to something that has been characterized or portrayed.
Think of 'DE-SCRIBE'. 'DE' is like 'details' and 'SCRIBE' is a writer. So, 'described' means 'details written down' (or...
He described about the trip. → He described the trip.
The man was described a hero. → The man was described as a hero.
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