identification

noun

1. 1

   The act of identifying, or proving to be the same.

   “Much education and experience is required for proper identification of bird species”

2. 2

   The state of being identified.

3. 3

   A particular instance of identifying something.

   “information necessary to make a good identification”

4. 4

   A document or documents serving as evidence of a person's identity.

   “The authorities asked for his identification”

5. 5

   A feeling of support, sympathy, understanding or belonging towards somebody or something.