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A compilation of the known facts regarding something; A notable degree of achievement or attainment.

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Used as a noun, listen here, it means: A compilation of the known facts regarding something; A notable degree of achievement or attainment. Used as a verb, listen here, it means: To register electronically; Also: to set down in writing or the like, as for the purpose of preserving evidence; To serve to relate or to tell of.

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Usage examples (47)
  • I believe that anyone can conquer fear by doing the things he fears to do, provided he keeps doing them until he gets a record of successful experiences behind him.
  • At 9-0 they have the best record in their league
  • The lawyer has a good record
  • The track record shows that he will be a good president
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  • ''record" is a heteronym, which means you may find it with different pronunciations and different meanings.
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