A Quick and Simple Dictionary

report

1. Verb.  (transitive, intransitive) To relate details of (an event or incident); to recount, describe (something). (defdate, from 15th c.) .
2. Verb.  (transitive) To repeat (something one has heard), to retell; to pass on, convey (a message, information etc.). (defdate, from 15th c.) .
3. Verb.  (obsolete, reflexive) To take oneself ((term, to) someone or something) for guidance or support; to appeal. (defdate, 15th-18th c.) .
4. Verb.  (transitive) Formally to notify someone of (particular intelligence, suspicions, illegality, misconduct etc.); to make notification to relevant authorities; to submit a formal report of. (defdate, from 15th c.) .
5. Verb.  (transitive) To make a formal statement, especially of complaint, about (someone). (defdate, from 19th c.) .
6. Verb.  (intransitive) To show up or appear at an appointed time; to present oneself. (defdate, from 19th c.) .
7. Verb.  (intransitive) To write news reports (for); to cover as a journalist or reporter. (defdate, from 19th c.) .
8. Verb.  (intransitive) To be accountable.
9. Noun.  A piece of information describing, or an account of certain events given or presented to someone.
10. Noun.  (''ballistics'') The sharp, loud sound from a gun or explosion.