1. acts of reciting something aloud from memory, especially poems or passages
2. oral presentations of prepared material in an educational setting
Usage: academic

Examples

• The students practiced their poetry recitations for the school assembly.
• Her recitations of Shakespeare were always flawless and moving.
• The teacher scheduled individual recitations for Friday’s class.
• Ancient Greek students were required to memorize long recitations.
• The recitations lasted over an hour as each student presented their work.
• Weekly recitations helped students improve their public speaking skills.