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Definition review in British English

review noun

noun
/rɪˈvjuː/

▪ comprehensive, extensive, fundamental, major, strategic, thorough, wide-ranging

1

the process of studying or examining a situation, policy, or idea again in order to decide whether it is suitable or satisfactory

Example

A review of all government policy affecting the environment was announced.

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The committee has agreed to undertake a review of the way in which public funds are being used.

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The decision is not subject to review.

Example

Several aspects of prison practices are currently under review.

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1.1

the process of examining all the information that is relevant to a situation or subject

Example

a thorough review of literature on vocational training

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2

an article in which someone gives their opinion of a play, book, art exhibition etc

Example

a review of a new Broadway musical

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The film also won rave reviews in America.

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4

a discussion of a particular subject that prepares you for a test

Example

Don't miss class tomorrow - we're having a review of chapters three and four.

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Definition review in British English