rɪsɪˈteɪʃən

Definitions

1. noun

the act of reciting or the act of quoting from memory

“She gave a beautiful recitation of the poem at the school assembly.”

2. noun

a performance or reading of a poem, speech, or other composition

“The recitation of the play was a highlight of the evening’s entertainment.”

3. noun

a class or lesson in which students recite or read out loud

“The recitation class was where we practiced our language skills.”

4. noun

a formal or official declaration or statement

“The government issued a recitation of the country’s economic data.”