recitation
|rec-i-ta-tion|
B2
/ˌrɛsɪˈteɪʃən/
oral presentation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'recitation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'recitatio,' where 'recitare' meant 'to read aloud.'
Historical Evolution
'recitatio' transformed into the Old French word 'recitacion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'recitation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to read aloud,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the act of reciting or recounting.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of reciting from memory, especially in a formal setting.
The student's recitation of the poem was flawless.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45