Playback

usgb/ˈpleɪbæk/
noun

Playing of a recorded material again to be heard or seen.

They filmed the scene again after studying the playback.
Visual representation of "playback" - Playing of a recorded material again to be heard or seen.

Often appears as...

  • video playback
  • audio playback
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Media Review

Used when watching or listening to something you've already recorded for assessment or enjoyment.

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The director ordered playback of the last take to check the actors' performances.
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Technical Term

Occurs frequently in technical tasks involving audio-visual editing, like filmmaking or sound engineering.

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Playback quality is crucial for the final edit of the movie.
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Entertainment Control

Users control playback to pause, rewind, or fast-forward through media content.

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Can you please pause the playback? I need to take a call.
Visual representation of the word "Playback"

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