recital
UK[rɪˈsaɪtl]US[rɪˈsaɪtl]
n
A performance of music or poetry, typically given by one performer or a small group.
n
A long, detailed account or enumeration of a series of things.
Morpheme Breakdown
re
cit
al
re
again
cit
to call, to set in motion
al
noun suffix
Etymology
The word "recital" originates from the Latin verb 'recitare', meaning "to read out, repeat from memory". This verb itself is a compound of the prefix 're-' (again) and 'citare' (to call, to summon). The core logic is one of bringing something forth or setting it in motion again from memory. In the 16th century, it entered English with the sense of a detailed account or repetition of facts. The modern, primary meaning of a musical or poetic performance by an individual or small group emerged in the 19th century, retaining the original sense of a soloist "calling forth" or presenting a piece from memory for an audience.
Analysis
Structure: re (again) + cit (to call, to set in motion) + al (noun suffix)
re: Latin origin, a prefix meaning "again" or "back".
cit: Latin origin, from the root of 'citare' meaning "to call, to summon, to set in motion".
al: Latin origin, a suffix forming nouns of action from verbs.
Examples
She gave a beautiful piano recital at the city hall.
He launched into a long recital of his day's misfortunes.
The violinist's debut recital was met with critical acclaim.