Record

1. An unsurpassed measurement. He set a world record for weight lifting.
2. To set down for preserving in writing or other permanent form. She kept a record of the town council meeting.
3. To register (sound or images) in permanent form by mechanical means for reproduction. They recorded the violin concerto.
4. A disc designed to be played on a phonograph. He had many records he played when he wanted music.
5. To embrace a certain position publicly. He went on record of being in favor of the new tax.
6. Not for publication. His remarks were strictly off the record.