rehearsal

Definitions

A practice or trial performance of a play, musical piece, or other work for later public presentation.

The act of repeating or reciting something, such as a story or account.

Examples

The band held a final rehearsal before their big concert on Saturday night.

She felt much more confident after the dress rehearsal went perfectly.

We need to schedule another rehearsal to ensure the timing of the play is precise.

Synonyms

practice run-through dry run trial preparation drill training

Antonyms

performance premiere debut improvisation execution realization presentation