Definition of record - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
make a cliptr./intr. capture audio or video for playbacktr./intr.
- They recorded the concert for a live album.
2.
writingtr. document information for future referencetr.
- She records her thoughts in a journal.
3.
achievementtr. achieve a particular level or ratetr.
- He recorded the fastest time in the 100-meter dash..
4.
datatr. TECH. register data using an instrumenttr. TECH.
- The thermometer recorded a high temperature.
5.
documentationtr. file something so it becomes an official public documenttr.
- The deed was recorded at the county office.
Noun
1.
written accountdocumented account of events or transactions
- The court kept a detailed record of the proceedings.
2.
achievementthe best achievement in a particular activity
- He holds the world record for the 100m sprint.
3.
dataTECH. set of data related to a single itemTECH.
- Each student has a record in the database.
4.
music discdisc, usually vinyl, with recorded sound
- She played her favorite record on the turntable.
5.
criminal historyUS list of past criminal convictionsUS
- He has a clean criminal record.
6.
storage mediumphysical medium storing information for future reference
- The library has a vast record collection.
Adjective
1.
highest or bestsurpassing all others of its kind
- She achieved a record score in the competition..
2.
achievementsurpassing previous achievements or standards
- She set a record time in the marathon.
Images of record
disc, usually vinyl, with recorded sound 
physical medium storing information for future reference
Expressions with record
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officially documented or acknowledged publicly
The CEO's resignation is on record.
person who repeats the same thing often
He sounds like a broken record with his complaints.
person repeatedly saying the same thing
He sounded like a stuck record, repeating his complaints.
surpass a previously set achievement or performance level
She broke the world record in swimming.
surpass a previously set achievement or standard
She trained hard to break the record in swimming.
to possess a documented history
She has a record of all her achievements.
have the highest achievement in a category
She holds a record for the fastest marathon.
have the highest achievement in a category
She holds the record for the fastest marathon.
make sure facts are correct and clear for everyone
She spoke up to keep the record straight.
annoyingly repetitive in speech or behavior
Her reminders are like a broken record, always the same.
create a written or digital account of information
She made a record of the meeting minutes.
correct a previous error or misunderstanding
She set the record straight about her role in the project.
correct a misunderstanding or false impression
She decided to put the record straight about her resignation.
to clarify or state something clearly
Just for the record, I have never been there.
make a public statement for future reference
She decided to go on record about the incident.
achieving a notable status or recognition
Her performance went into the record books.
publicly known or acknowledged
Her opinion on the matter is on the record.
achieve something that changes existing records
The athlete's performance will rewrite the record books.
correct false information or misunderstandings
She decided to straighten the record about her involvement in the project.
newspaper known for reliable and official information
The Times is often called the paper of record in Britain.
surpass a previously set achievement or standard
She broke a record in the 100m sprint.
maintain a history without negative incidents
He aims to have a clean record at work.
be listed by police for past crimes or offenses
He can't get the job because he has a police record.
song or album that is very popular
Their latest single became a hit record within weeks.
Origin of record
Latin, recordari (to remember)
Terms with record included in their meaning
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enumeration
record of names or things in order
personal record
book for recording daily experiences and thoughts
event record
book for recording daily events
record
write down information for future reference
recording
record information on paper or another medium
recording
record information in an organized way
cancel item
cancel or remove an item from a list or record
record
item written or recorded in a list or log
recording
record moving images using a camera
past record
past experiences of a person or thing
chronology
record of past events
publishing
number that marks a particular issue within a series or record list
protection
protective cover for a book or record
information
the information or record obtained by observing
entertainment industry
person who oversees the making of a film, play, or record
administration
record information in an official list
digital
electronic record for a flight seat
record keeping
book recording a child's early years
financial record
document showing all account transactions and balances
record
book for recording birthdays
communication
record of all calls made and received on a phone
communication
record of phone calls made or received
work
record the start of a work period
writing
record information from another source
Examples of record in a sentence
We recorded the meeting for future reference. Please record the meeting minutes for the archive. The nurse recorded his temperature on the chart. She recorded a new high score in the game. The company recorded a significant increase in profits. She recorded the rainfall data meticulously.
The device recorded the heart rate continuously. She recorded the minutes of the meeting. The contract was recorded in the official ledger. She checked the record for any discrepancies. The record showed a history of late payments. She set a new record in the high jump. The album broke sales records worldwide. The medical record was updated with new information. She requested a copy of her employment record. He found an old jazz record in the attic. The record collection was worth a fortune. His record shows multiple offenses over the years. A criminal record can affect job opportunities. He found an old record in the attic. The record was scratched and unplayable. The athlete set a record time in the marathon. The company reported record profits this quarter. The athlete achieved a record height in the high jump. Her record score in the exam surprised everyone.
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- French:enregistrer, enregistrement, ...
- German:aufnehmen, Protokoll, ...
- Italian:registrare, resoconto, ...
- Spanish:grabar, registro, ...
- Portuguese:gravar, registo, ...
- Chinese:录制, 档案, ...
- Japanese:録音する, 記録, ...
- Arabic:سَجَّلَ, سِجِلّ, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַקְלִיט, רְשׁוּמָה, ...
- Russian:записывать, протокол, ...
- Ukrainian:записувати, запис, ...
- Hindi:रिकॉर्ड करना, रिकॉर्ड, ...
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