noun “record”
singular record, plural records or uncountable
- a written account kept for future use
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The hospital keeps detailed records of every patient's medical history.
- the highest or most extreme known value of something, especially in sports
She broke the world record for the fastest marathon by a woman.
- (often in combination, such as "safety record") reputation; known facts showing someone's or something's past behaviour
The student's academic record shows consistent excellence in all subjects.
- physical evidence from the past (in archeology, geology or paleontology)
The fossil records found in the area indicate that dinosaurs once roamed this land millions of years ago.
- music released on various formats like vinyl, CD, or online
The band's latest record features a mix of jazz and electronic music.
- a vinyl disc that plays sound on a phonograph
She found an old Beatles record in her attic and decided to play it on her vintage turntable.
- ellipsis of criminal record
Before hiring, the company checks whether an applicant has a record.
adjective “record”
base form record, non-gradable
- describing something that breaks or sets a new high standard
She achieved a record number of sales this month, surpassing all past employees.
verb “record”
infinitive record; he records; past tense recorded; past part. recorded; ger. recording
- to make a written or electronic note of information
She recorded her grandmother's stories to preserve the family history.
- to create an audio or video capture of something
She recorded her first podcast episode in her bedroom.
- to officially register something in public records for legal recognition
After the marriage certificate was recorded at the courthouse, their union became legally recognized.
- to show a measurement or amount as detected by an instrument
The barometer recorded a pressure drop, indicating an approaching storm.