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REC

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛk// rec Informal
Definition

n. Stands for recommendation. You use this when talking about a suggestion from someone you trust, like a friend or a colleague.

n. Abbreviation for recommendation, typically referring to a suggestion or endorsement from a trusted source.


SIMPLE

I need a rec for a good plumber.

CONTEXTUAL

She asked her boss for a rec before applying to the new job.

COMPLEX

The film's success relied less on marketing and more on the steady stream of positive recs from early viewers.

Last updated May 10, 2026