run-through

noun
UK: /ˈrʌnˌθruː/
US: /ˈrʌnˌθruː/

  1. A practice or rehearsal to ensure a smooth performance.

    1. We did a quick run-through before the show.
    2. The director called for a complete run-through of the second act before lunch.

  2. A quick explanation or review of something.

    1. He gave me a run-through of the new software.
    2. The manager provided a run-through of the project's key milestones and potential challenges.

Synonyms

overview practice summary walk-through rehearsal
run-through verb

  1. To rehearse or practice something quickly.

    1. Let's run-through the song one more time.
    2. The actors need to run-through their lines before the curtain rises for tonight's performance.

  2. To explain or review something quickly.

    1. Can you run-through the instructions again?
    2. Before starting the experiment, the professor will run-through the safety protocols.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "run-through" in English means: A practice or rehearsal to ensure a smooth performance., A quick explanation or review of something..

The phonetic transcription of "run-through" is /ˈrʌnˌθruː/ in British English and /ˈrʌnˌθruː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "run-through": overview, practice, summary, walk-through, rehearsal.

Example usage of "run-through": "We did a quick run-through before the show.". More examples on the page.