rendition

CEFRC1

/ɹɛnˈdɪʃ(ə)n/

noun

Türkçe translations

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A particular performance or version of something.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A given visual reproduction of something.

Examples

  • Sami performed a beautiful rendition of a Michael Jackson song.

  • The event opened with a stirring rendition of the national anthem.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
4
Synonyms
2

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. Translation between languages, or between forms of a language; a translated text or work.

  2. An interpretation or performance of an artwork, especially a musical score or musical work.

  3. Formal deliverance of a verdict.

More examples

In context

  • Near-synonym: rendering

  • The group's debut, Beloved Symphony, featuring light opera renditions of Mozart, Bach and Chopin, was deemed insufficiently classic for inclusion on the classical charts.

  • Yes. That is Rob Schneider performing an impromptu rendition of his famous character: the annoying guy who is wrong.

Synonyms

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Origin

noun

From obsolete French rendition, alteration (after rendre (“to render”)) of reddition (“reddition”). Many senses influenced by render.