represent

to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)

bring forward and present to the mind

point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance

express indirectly by an image, form, or model

describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality

serve as a means of expressing something

create an image or likeness of

perform (a play), especially on a stage

play a role or part

be a delegate or spokesperson for

be representative or typical for

be the defense counsel for someone in a trial

form or compose

take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

be characteristic of