Meaning of the word record in English

What does record mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

record

US /rɪˈkɔːrd/

UK /rɪˈkɔːd/

a thin plastic disk carrying recorded sound, especially music, for playing on a phonograph or turntable

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She put on an old jazz record.

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Vinyl records have made a comeback.

Synonym:

disc album LP single

a piece of evidence or information constituting an official report of a fact or event

Example:

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The police kept a record of all calls.

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Please keep an accurate record of your expenses.

Synonym:

report account document file log

the best performance or most remarkable event of its kind that has been officially measured and noted

Example:

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He broke the world record for the 100-meter dash.

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The team set a new league record for most wins in a season.

Synonym:

best peak highest fastest

to set down in writing or other permanent form for later reference

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Please record the meeting minutes.

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The sensor will record temperature changes.

Synonym:

write down note document log register

to convert (sound or a performance) into permanent form for later reproduction

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They plan to record a new album next month.

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The band will record their live performance.

Synonym:

tape video film capture