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audition

1 of 2noun
/ɔˈdɪʃən/
Forms:auditions
1

a meeting during which actors, singers, or dancers show their skills and abilities in front of casting directors, producers, or other decision-makers to be considered for a role in a production

B1
  • She nervously prepared for her audition by practicing her lines over and over.
  • Hundreds of hopefuls lined up outside the theater, waiting for their chance to audition for the lead role.
  • The director was impressed by his audition and offered him the role on the spot.
  • After several rounds of auditions, they finally found the perfect actor to play the villain in the movie."
  • Auditions for the school play were open to all students, regardless of their experience level.
Synonyms:
2

the ability to hear; the auditory faculty