The term "report" is not used widely in the speech of ordinary people. The very sound of this word is associated with rigor, clarity, even has a hint of militarization. However, this term is used not only in paperwork, but also in psychology. Even in needlework and art, the word is widely used. In this article we will consider the meaning of the word report in all of the above areas. And also give examples of the competent use of this term.
Definition of a concept
A report is a written document containing an official message (report) from a subordinate to a superior. It may be orally. In this interpretation, this term is mostly used in military affairs during a report to commanders (commanders) on the implementation of their activities, as well as in the performance of official duties. In other words, a report is a report on the work performed or an appeal to a superior in rank. It should be noted that there are derivatives of this term. For example, to report. That is, to report on the existing situation.
According to the marine dictionary, a report is a document that is submitted to the customs authorities of the country of arrival by the agent or the shipowner himself upon arrival of the vessel at the port. It contains detailed information about the cargo, passengers, the last place of unloading and (or) loading of passengers and cargo.
History of the term
This concept was introduced by Peter I, who borrowed it from the Dutch, and those, in turn, took it from the French. In a literal translation, a report is a denunciation, something that is brought back. Some sources report that the Russian Tsar took the term from the Polish language, but this is not true. After all, Peter the Great received knowledge of naval affairs in Holland. Moreover, the report is a word of French origin. According to the dictionary of synonyms, depending on the context, the concept can be replaced by the following words: notification, notice, message, report, report, denunciation, report, testimony, declaration.
The meaning of the word in arts and crafts
The report is the basic element of the pattern, part of the ornament, which is repeated many times on fabric, embroidery, knitwear, carpet, image and so on. Also, this term is used to refer to the smallest number of threads or other material used in the manufacture of an ornament element that is repeated. In other words, a report is a repeating element in a pattern that smoothly and naturally transforms into a continuous combination. As a striking example, the well-known Greek meander can be cited. (It is necessary to clarify that the name of this term is spelled correctly with two letters "p" - rapport, and pronounced with emphasis on the second syllable.)
Rapport. Types of weave
The number of warp threads, after which all previous weaves of the base threads begin to be duplicated in the previous order, is called the main rapport. A similar pattern for weft threads is called a weft report. Plain, satin, satin and twill fabrics are referred to simple weave fabrics.
We also note that the report is knitting with a repeating element of the pattern. Each pattern has a certain number of loops in width and a certain number of rows in height. Typically, in a schematic image, rapport is highlighted graphically, and in a text description it is highlighted with asterisks. For the symmetry of the pattern, the loops are indicated after and before the element. In other words, first knit the loops that are indicated before the rapport, then the combination of such loops is repeated as many times as it fits completely to the end of the row. And then the loops are made, which are indicated after the rapport. A very important point: the number of loops in a row should be a multiple of the number of loops in the rapport. For symmetry of the pattern, the number of loops is indicated additionally.
In sewing, this term is used to name a repeating pattern on a fabric, embroidery, knitted fabric, and so on. The value varies from two centimeters to forty-forty-five. When cutting such a fabric, it is necessary to arrange the patterns so that the central part of the report is on large details. It should also be noted that in the horizontal direction the pattern should be the same along the entire length of the product and even on set-in elements.
In weaving, a report is a repeating part of macrame nodes that is reflected in the pattern. At the same time, the colors of the threads in the elements can change.
The meaning of the term in psychology
This concept has several related interpretations. According to the first, the report is the establishment of psychological contact, implying a certain trust and mutual understanding with a person or group, as well as the very state of such contact. The second option implies a broader meaning. These are close interpersonal relationships that are based on an emotional and intellectual community.
For the first time, the concept of “rapport” was introduced by Mesmer to mean contact between people, during which the transfer of so-called “magnetic fluids” took place. (In psychology, the spelling and sounding of the term is similar to those in knitting - rapport.)