record
word
Definition
A 'record' can mean something written or kept to show what happened (a document or list), or a sound/music captured and saved (like a song or audio file). It can also mean the best achievement, like in sports.
Usage & Nuances
'Record' as a noun is often used for written official information (medical record), audio (music record), or top performance (world record). As a verb ('to record'), it means to save information or audio. Collocations: 'keep a record', 'break a record', 'set a record', 'medical record', 'criminal record'. Don't confuse the noun ('RE-cord') with the verb ('re-CORD'); pronunciation changes.
Example Sentences
I keep a record of my expenses every month.
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She broke the world record in swimming.
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This old record has my favorite songs.
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Let me check your medical record before we continue.
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That’s a tough record to beat!
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Do you still have that jazz record we played last summer?
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