Rec: meaning, definitions and examples
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rec
[ rɛk ]
to record
The verb 'rec' is often used as a shorthand for 'record', especially in the context of audio or video recording. It refers to the action of capturing sound or images for future playback. This can involve various devices such as cameras, microphones, or computers. 'Rec' is commonly used in casual or informal settings, particularly in the realm of film, music, and broadcasting.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I will rec the interview tomorrow.
- Can you rec this moment for me?
- Let's rec the song again.
- Don't forget to rec the meeting.
Translations
Translations of the word "rec" in other languages:
🇵🇹 rec
- gravação
- registro
🇮🇳 रिकॉर्ड
- रिकार्ड
- ध्वनि रिकार्ड
🇩🇪 Aufzeichnung
- Aufnahme
- Rekord
🇮🇩 rekaman
- catatan
- rekaman suara
🇺🇦 запис
- рекорд
- реєстрація
🇵🇱 nagranie
- zapis
- rejestracja
🇯🇵 記録
- レコード
- 録音
🇫🇷 enregistrement
- registre
- record
🇪🇸 grabación
- registro
- récord
🇹🇷 kayıt
- kayıtlı
- rekor
🇰🇷 녹음
- 기록
- 레코드
🇸🇦 تسجيل
- سجل
- رقم قياسي
🇨🇿 záznam
- rekord
- registrace
🇸🇰 záznam
- rekord
- registrácia
🇨🇳 记录
- 录音
- 记录册
🇸🇮 zapis
- rekord
- registracija
🇮🇸 skráning
- upptaka
- met
🇰🇿 жазба
- жазба
- рекорд
🇬🇪 ჩაწერა
- ჩანაწერი
- რეკორდი
🇦🇿 qeyd
- qeydiyyat
- rekord
🇲🇽 grabación
- registro
- récord
Etymology
The term 'rec' is derived from the word 'record', which has its roots in the Latin word 'recordari', meaning 'to remember or to recall'. The abbreviation became popular with the advent of audio and video technology, particularly in the late 20th century as recording devices became more accessible. As informal communication and digital media expanded, the shorthand 'rec' emerged to denote the action of recording in a more concise manner. In the early days of media, recording was limited to tape cassettes and vinyl, but with technological advancements, it has evolved to include digital formats such as WAV, MP3, and video files. The usage of 'rec' has grown with the rise of social media and platforms that encourage users to capture and share moments instantly.