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Rec

Verb / rek / Another word for rec — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Rec is a shortened form of the word record.

Synonyms & similar words

recording audio sound track tape disc music song voice document register log note memorandum jot annotation writing inscription entry minute

Synonyms by register

Formal

abbreviation shortening contraction

Informal

short form abbrev cut

Antonyms

original source beginning start primary main

Common collocations

  • rec room
  • rec center
  • rec league
  • rec volleyball
  • rec soccer
  • rec basketball
  • rec program

Word family

noun record
verb record
adjective record
adverb recorded

Usage note

Rec is an informal abbreviation for 'recreation' or 'record'. It is most commonly used in phrases like 'rec room' or 'rec league'.

Example sentences

  1. I made a rec of my singing using a microphone.
  2. He pressed the rec button to start recording the lecture.
  3. Can you find the rec of that famous song in your music collection?
  4. She wrote down her thoughts in the rec.
  5. The secretary took a rec of the meeting.

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