Entity: ID
ID is a term that can refer to the unconscious part of the psyche in psychoanalytic theory or be used as an abbreviation for 'identity' or 'identification'. It is also commonly seen as a placeholder title for tracks in the music industry.
ID
Etymology
The term 'ID' has various origins depending on its context, ranging from psychoanalytic theory to modern slang.
Definition
ID can refer to the unconscious part of the psyche in psychoanalytic theory or be used as an abbreviation for 'identity' or 'identification'. It is also commonly seen as a placeholder title for tracks in the music industry.
Historical Context
The concept of ID originated from Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory, where it represents the instinctual and unconscious part of the mind.
Cultural Significance
In modern culture, 'ID' is often used informally to refer to one's identity or as a way to prove one's identification.
Related Concepts
Other related concepts include ego and superego in psychoanalytic theory, as well as the broader concept of self-identity.
See Also
- [Ego](link to ego entry)
- [Superego](link to superego entry)
A term that can have multiple meanings depending on the context, including the unconscious part of the psyche, a short form for 'identity' or 'identification', or a placeholder title for tracks.