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recitation
noun(rec-i-ta-tion)
a regularly scheduled session as part of a course of study
Synonyms: class period, course session,
recitation
noun(rec-i-ta-tion)
systematic training by multiple repetitions
Synonyms: drill, exercise, practice, practice session,
recitation
noun(rec-i-ta-tion)
a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance
Synonyms: reading, recital,
Examples:
The program included songs and recitations of well-loved poems.
recitation
noun(rec-i-ta-tion)
written matter that is recited from memory

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