Cool MateDocumentation
UK /["/ˌdɒkjumenˈteɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌdɑːkjumenˈteɪʃn/"]/
Definition
the documents that are required for something, or that give evidence or proof of something
In simple words: Written information that explains something.
Examples
- I couldn't enter the country because I didn't have all the necessary documentation.
- Please enclose any supporting documentation.
- We send comprehensive travel documentation, including tickets, hotel vouchers and a detailed itinerary.
- Each product is fully supported with user documentation.
- If the technical documentation is inadequate, your system is not a quality product.
- the documentation of an agreement
Usage notes
Use 'documentation' in professional or academic contexts when referring to manuals, reports, or records. Avoid in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
documentation + object
Memory hint
Think of 'documents' stacked together to form 'documentation'.
Collocations
- submit documentation
- provide documentation
- complete documentation
- official documentation
- technical documentation
Synonyms
- records
- files
- manuals
- papers
- reports
Antonyms
- ignorance
- misinformation
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'document' — remember 'documentation' refers to a collection of documents.
- Using 'documentation' in informal contexts — it's not typically used in everyday conversation.
- Incorrectly pluralizing as 'documentations' — 'documentation' is uncountable.