Playback: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe the action of playing back pre-recorded audio or video material.

• During the meeting, Jane asked for a playback of the previous session's recording to clarify a point

Often used in contexts discussing the duplication or replication of media or documents, usually accurately and sometimes used in scientific contexts.

• The museum displayed a reproduction of the ancient manuscript for visitors to examine closely

Typically used for repeating the playing of a segment of audio or video, especially in sports and media to review the action.

• The referee requested a replay to determine whether the ball crossed the line

Refers to the actual audio or video material that has been captured or the process of capturing it.

• The recording of the concert will be available online for those who missed it live

Used when referring to the act of playing recorded audio or video at a later time.

• She used the playback feature to listen to her voice message again
• The playback of the concert will start at 8 PM

Used when examining or assessing something in detail, often for feedback or evaluation purposes.

• She decided to review her notes before the exam
• The product received a positive review from customers

Used to watch or listen to something again, often immediately after the first time. This can be used in contexts like watching sports moments again or listening to a part of a song again.

• Could you replay that song? I missed the beginning
• The referee asked for a replay to check the decision

Used to summarize and review the main points or events that have happened, often in a meeting, TV show, or sports game.

• Here's a quick recap of yesterday’s meeting
• The news show provided a recap of the big game

Usually used in the context of audio or video recordings, when someone wants to listen or watch the recorded material again.

• Let's do a playback of the song to hear if it's mixed well.
• We need to review the playback of the security footage.

Used mainly for showing movies or films, especially in formal or special viewings such as film festivals, premieres, or private events.

• We were invited to the screening of the new documentary.
• They are having a special screening of a classic movie at the theater tonight.

This is a more general term for displaying movies, films, or TV shows, often used to refer to the times when these are available to watch.

• The next showing of the movie is at 7 p.m.
• We missed the first showing but there will be another in an hour.

Refers to displaying images or videos on a larger surface such as a screen or wall, often using a projector in a professional or educational setting.

• The teacher used a projection to show the class the map of ancient Rome.
• The conference room is equipped with equipment for projection of presentation slides.