Legal Definitions - written description

A written description is an explanation or representation of something using words or drawings. It can be used to describe the characteristics or qualities of a subject, to identify something specifically, or to provide a legal description.

• A description of a patentable process
• A description of a criminal
• A description of an accident
• A description of items in an estate

These examples illustrate how a written description can be used in different contexts. In the case of a patentable process, a written description would be used to explain the steps involved in the process and how it is unique. In the case of a criminal or accident, a written description would be used to provide details about what happened and who was involved. In the case of items in an estate, a written description would be used to identify and list the items that are part of the estate.