Registration
/ˌredʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe action or process of registering or of being registered.
/ˌredʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
The act of formally recording information
The deadline for registration is Friday.
💡 Simply: It's like signing up for something – like a class, a website, or a race! You give your info so you can officially be part of it.
👶 For kids: When you write down your name to say you're part of something, like a club or a game!
More Examples
Car registration is required by law.
Please complete the registration form.
How It's Used
"The registration of a deed is essential for legal validity."
"Patient registration is the first step in receiving medical care."
A document or record containing details of something.
/ˌredʒɪˈstreɪʃən/
A document or record of registration
She lost her vehicle's registration.
💡 Simply: It's the paper, or the online form, or even the name on the list that proves you're signed up!
👶 For kids: A paper or a list that says you're in!
More Examples
The event requires a registration.
Proof of registration is needed.
How It's Used
"The website required a valid email for registration."
"Airline registration is quick and easy online."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
voter registration
The process of signing up individuals to be eligible to vote.
"The organization is running a voter registration drive to encourage participation in the upcoming election."
birth registration
The formal recording of a child's birth.
"Birth registration is a fundamental right that ensures children can access essential services."
From Medieval Latin *registratio* (“a recording, enrolment”), from Latin *regero* (“to record, register”).
The word 'registration' has been used since the 16th century, initially referring to the act of recording information.
Memory tip
Think of registering for a class; you are recording your information.
Word Origin
"to record, to write down"