documentation documentation /ˌdɑːkjuːmɛnˈteɪʃən/

noun

1. Documentary validation  ( documentation , support )
   documentary validation
    His documentation of the results was excellent
   his documentation of the results was excellent
    The strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
   the strongest support for this view is the work of Jones
   
2. Program listings or technical manuals describing the operation and use of programs  ( documentation , software documentation )
   program listings or technical manuals describing the operation and use of programs
   
3. Confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence  ( corroboration , documentation , certification )
   confirmation that some fact or statement is true through the use of documentary evidence