In plain English
It is text used to identify one specific item in an inventory. It states what the item is and includes details that set it apart from other items.
In context
Here, it labels the field for the written statement that identifies what the listed inventory item is and what distinguishes it from other items.
- Situation
- Managing move-in, move-out, inventory, keys, deposits, and condition reports
- What it communicates
- labels the field for identifying the listed item.
Meaning limits
By itself, the term does not say how much detail is given beyond what is needed to identify and distinguish the item.
Examples
“The item description in the stock list identified it as an oak chair with one repaired leg.”
“Under item description, note the material and the scratch on the handle.”