remaster
|re-mas-ter|
B2
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/riˈmæstər/
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/riˈmɑːstə/
improve original recording
Etymology
Etymology Information
'remaster' originates from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the word 'master', which refers to the original recording.
Historical Evolution
'remaster' evolved from the practice of creating new master recordings to improve or update the original sound quality.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to create a new master recording', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to create a new master version of a recording, typically to improve sound quality.
The studio decided to remaster the classic album for its anniversary release.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45