rehearsal

noun
re·​hears·​al | \ ri-ˈhər-səl How to pronounce rehearsal (audio) \

Definition of rehearsal

1 : something recounted or told again : recital
2a : a private performance or practice session preparatory to a public appearance
b : a practice exercise : trial

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Synonyms for rehearsal

Synonyms

dry run, practice (also practise), trial

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Examples of rehearsal in a Sentence

She was 15 minutes late to rehearsal. There are only three more rehearsals before the concert.

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Following an injury during rehearsals, Light plays the role on a crutch, which looks like a deliberate dramatic device and only makes his alert, punchy performance more compelling. Stephen Dalton, The Hollywood Reporter, "'Uncle Vanya': Theater Review," 31 July 2019 Barbara, my dance friend Gloria’s mom who treated me like a daughter during long rehearsals, did my eyebrows for the first time, and had a sparkle in her eyes that taught me what light can never be dimmed. Harmonyholiday, Longreads, "Mama Looks for Melanin," 6 June 2019 To get ready for the long season, the team attends workouts with trainers one night per week and choreography rehearsals twice weekly from August through the start of the season, Alvarado said. Marcy De Luna, Houston Chronicle, "Houston Rockets dance squad gears up for the new season with a new name," 31 July 2019 The symphony has also agreed to host free events such as movies, workshops and rehearsals. San Diego Union-Tribune, "Symphony’s permanent home on the bay could be ready for 2020 summer pops," 24 July 2019 See the website for rehearsal or concert times and venues. chicagotribune.com, "Calendar: Learn how to prepare for job interviews Tuesday in Lake Forest," 21 July 2019 In the last couple of weeks, my evenings have been tied up with rehearsals and meetings, during which Taxman has had to entertain himself. Bulletin Board, Twin Cities, "Sunday Bulletin Board: A funny thing happened on the way to the James J. Hill House!," 7 July 2019 Some said there was more pressure to take Advanced Placement classes, some arts classes were cut, and rehearsal time was reduced, among other changes. Leslie Brody, WSJ, "‘Fame’ High School Principal Leaving Post After Student Protests," 24 June 2019 The combined rehearsals have been an amazing experience. Rod Stafford Hagwood, sun-sentinel.com, "Gay choruses in Miami and Fort Lauderdale share stage for 50th anniversary of Stonewall," 18 June 2019

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First Known Use of rehearsal

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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rehearsal

noun

English Language Learners Definition of rehearsal

: an event at which a person or group practices an activity (such as singing, dancing, or acting) in order to prepare for a public performance

rehearsal

noun
re·​hears·​al | \ ri-ˈhər-səl How to pronounce rehearsal (audio) \

Kids Definition of rehearsal

: a private performance or practice session in preparation for a public appearance

rehearsal

noun
re·​hears·​al | \ ri-ˈhər-səl How to pronounce rehearsal (audio) \

Medical Definition of rehearsal

1 : a method for improving memory by mentally or verbally repeating over and over the information to be remembered
2 : the repeated mental review of a desired action or behavioral response preoperative rehearsal of coping imagery to reduce anxiety

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