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1. Written matter that is recited from memory
    
2. A public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance
   "the program included songs and recitations of well-loved poems"
   - recital, reading
    
3. A regularly scheduled session as part of a course of study
   - course session, class period
    
4. Systematic training by multiple repetitions
   "recitation makes perfect"
   - exercise, practice, drill, practice session

Derived forms: recitations

See also: recite

Type of: grooming, matter, oral presentation, preparation, public speaking, session, speaking, speechmaking, training

Part of: class, course, course of instruction, course of study

Encyclopedia: Recitation