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Rehearsal
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
rehearsals
What is a "rehearsal"?
A rehearsal is a practice session where performers, such as musicians, actors, or dancers, work through their material in preparation for a public performance or production. During a rehearsal, the participants go over their roles, refine their timing, and address any issues with their performance. Rehearsals are essential for ensuring that all elements of the performance come together smoothly and that everyone is well-prepared for the actual event.
Examples
The actors gathered for their final rehearsal before the opening night of the play.
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(in psychology) the repetition of information, either silently or aloud, to maintain it in short-term memory
Examples
The student used rehearsal to memorize the vocabulary list.
