Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mug-shot
noun
/ˈmʌɡ ʃɒt/
Definition
A mug-shot is a photographic portrait of a person, typically taken after their arrest or during the booking process.
Examples
- The police took a mug-shot of the suspect for their records.
- You can find her mug-shot in the police database online.
- Mug-shots are often released to the public to help identify suspects.
Meaning
It serves as a visual record of an individual’s appearance at the time of their arrest.
Synonyms
- photo
- portrait
- booking photo
