reported Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb to give an account or representation of in words
   report; account; describe.
   
   • Discreet Italian police described it in a manner typically continental
2. verb announce as the result of an investigation or experience or finding
   report.
   
   • Dozens of incidents of wife beatings are reported daily in this city
   • The team reported significant advances in their research
3. verb announce one's presence
   report.
   
   • I report to work every day at 9 o'clock
4. verb make known to the authorities
   report.
   
   • One student reported the other to the principal
5. verb be responsible for reporting the details of, as in journalism
   report; cover.
   
   • Snow reported on China in the 1950's
   • The cub reporter covered New York City
6. verb complain about; make a charge against
   report.
   
   • I reported her to the supervisor
7. adjective made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account
   
   • his reported opinion
   • the reported findings

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