Meaning & Definition of word "Recording"

Recording

/rɪˈkɔːrdɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. A sound or video that has been captured and stored for playback.
    • Example: The recording of the concert was released as a live album.
  • 2. An account or representation of something, typically in written or audio form.
    • Example: She made a recording of her thoughts during the interview.
  • 3. The action of capturing sound or images for later use.
    • Example: The recording of the meeting was helpful for those who couldn't attend.

verb:

  • 1. The act of capturing and storing audio or video.
    • Example: He is recording a podcast episode for his new series.
  • 2. To make a written account of something.
    • Example: The secretary is recording the minutes of the meeting.

Etymology

From the Latin 'recordare', meaning 'to remember, to recall'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

live recording:

An audio or video recording made during a live performance.

recording artist:

A musician or performer who records music.

field recording:

Audio recorded in a natural environment outside a studio.

Related Words

record:

To capture audio or visual content.

replay:

To play back a recorded piece of audio or video.

mix:

To combine different audio tracks into one recording.

Slang Meanings of recording

Meaning: Mic check

Example Sentence: We did a mic check before starting the recording.

Meaning: Cut

Example Sentence: Let's make a cut there in the recording.