recital

Definition

  • noun: a dance or musical performance
  • noun: a detailed account
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: enumeration, philharmonic concert, account

Examples

  • Her speech was actually just a long 'recital of' names, places, and dates.

  • He gave a 'recital of' his own poems before a large group of students.

  • a poetry 'recital'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Hey, you want to talk to Zoe? Yeah. Zoe, come say hello to your father. No. Uh, she just ran into the other room. It's okay. It's okay. Okay, um, her ballet recital is Sunday. Don't forget. I didn't forget. Well, travel safely. I'll see you soon. Mommy! Okay. Well, she is closer to your age. (..)
    2003 Lost in Translation