Definition of: create

(krē·āt′) v. ·at·ed, ·at·ing v.t.
1. To cause to come into existence; originate.
2. To be the cause of; occasion: The speech created much interest.
3. To produce, as a painting or poem, from thought and imagination.
4. To be the first to portray, as a character or part.
5. To invest with, as rank or office; appoint.
—v.i.
6. Brit. Slang To make a fuss; complain noisily. See synonyms under MAKE, PRODUCE. [<L creatus, pp. of creare produce, create]