recordation

noun

re·​cor·​da·​tion ˌre-ˌkȯr-ˈdā-shən How to pronounce recordation (audio)
ˌrē-,
ri-
: the action or process of recording

Examples of recordation in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web That recordation triggers a discussion of whether the mortgage lender should obtain new title insurance, which can trigger significant premiums. Joshua Stein, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024 However, because of higher interest rates, Cassilly said Harford County saw a reduction of about $13 million in revenue from transfer recordation and housing sales, which does not worry him. Matt Hubbard, Baltimore Sun, 30 July 2024 Guerin and Gordon fought against raising recordation taxes that create hardship for first-time home buyers. For Carroll County Times, Baltimore Sun, 16 June 2024 Budget adoption is scheduled for May 21. County officials have already decided to propose a 2-cent property tax increase, as well as a hike in the county’s housing recordation rate. Sherry Greenfield, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for recordation 

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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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

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“Recordation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recordation. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

Legal Definition

recordation

noun
re·​cor·​da·​tion ˌre-ˌkȯr-ˈdā-shən, ˌrē- How to pronounce recordation (audio)
: the act or process of recording
recordation of a lien

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