A document is a written, drawn, presented, or memorialized representation of thought, often the manifestation of non-fictional, as well as fictional, content. The word originates from the Latin Documentum, which denotes a "teaching" or "lesson": the verb doceō denotes "to teach".

What does it mean when something is documented?

Something that is documented has been written down or recorded. Even if you cannot yet bench-press your 500-pound goal, keeping a written log of your workout schedule at least ensures that your fitness efforts are documented. Documented evidence is often in writing, but not always.

What does it mean to get documented at work?

In the workplace, documentation is retained records of employment and company actions and events as required by legal mandates and company policy. The best HR practices involve maintaining both formal and informal records about employment events. This can include items such as: ... Policy violations.