recommendation

noun

rec·​om·​men·​da·​tion ˌre-kə-mən-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce recommendation (audio)
-ˌmen-
1
a
: the act of recommending
b
: something (such as a procedure) recommended
2
: something that recommends or expresses commendation

Examples of recommendation in a Sentence

My boss wrote me a glowing letter of recommendation. Employees are frequently hired on the recommendation of a friend in the company. The report made very specific recommendations for policy reform. The committee's recommendation to hire a new director has been well received.
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Ask your vet for product recommendations to protect pets from biting flies. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2025 Blue Prince Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S Price: $29.99 (also on Game Pass and PS Plus) Blue Prince came out of nowhere, so much so that this recommendation is for me as much as you. Matt Gardner, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025 The most important California stories and recommendations in your inbox every morning. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025 Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 12 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for recommendation

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of recommendation was in the 15th century

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“Recommendation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recommendation. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

recommendation

noun
rec·​om·​men·​da·​tion ˌrek-ə-mən-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce recommendation (audio)
-ˌmen-
1
: the act of recommending
2
: a thing or course of action recommended
3
: something that recommends
a written recommendation
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