audition
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ən noun
1.
a trial hearing given to a singer, actor, or other performer to test suitability for employment, professional training or competition, etc.
2.
a reading or other simplified rendering of a theatrical work, performed before a potential backer, producer, etc.
3.
the act, sense, or power of hearing.
4.
something that is heard.
verb (used with object), verb (used without object)
5.
to try or compete in an audition: to audition aspiring actors; to audition for the leading role.
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audition (ɔːˈdɪʃən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a test at which a performer or musician is asked to demonstrate his ability for a particular role, etc |
| 2. | the act, sense, or power of hearing |
| —vb | |
| 3. | to judge by means of or be tested in an audition |
| [C16: from Latin audītiō a hearing, from audīre to hear] | |
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Word Origin & History
audition
1590s, "power of hearing," from M.Fr. audicion, from O.Fr., "hearing (in a court of law)," from L. auditionem (nom. auditio), from auditus, pp. of audire "hear" (see audience). Meaning "trial for a performer" first recorded 1881; the verb in this sense is 1935, from the noun.
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Medical Dictionary
audition au·di·tion (ô-dĭsh'ən)
n.
The sense, ability, or power of hearing.
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Example sentences
Even during the parade of weirdos that is every reality show's audition rounds, she is never patronizing or cruel.
No formal training is needed to become a sports mascot, but teams are going to look for certain skills at your audition.
Next thing you know, there was one more audition and that was supposed to be a formality at the network.
The next step for those selected will be a live audition.
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