1. the act of saying a poem, speech, or other text aloud from memory
2. a formal presentation or reading of something, especially in an educational setting
Usage: academic
3. a detailed account or listing of facts, events, or items

Examples

• The student gave a flawless recitation of the Gettysburg Address.
• Poetry recitation was a popular form of entertainment in the 19th century.
• The teacher asked for a recitation of the multiplication tables.
• His recitation of the events leading up to the accident was very detailed.
• The recitation class met twice a week to review lecture material.
• She won the contest with her dramatic recitation of Shakespeare.
• The witness provided a lengthy recitation of everything he had seen.