plural auditions
: a short performance to show the talents of someone (such as an actor or a musician) who is being considered for a role in a play, a position in an orchestra, etc.
—often + for
Auditions will be held next week for the spring musical.
He went to an audition for a new TV show.
She had an audition for the starring role but wound up with a bit part.
auditions; auditioned; auditioning
1
of a performer
: to try out for a role in a play or film, a position in an orchestra, etc. : to perform in an audition
When he came in to audition, he was very charming.
—usually + forShe auditioned for the starring role.
2
: to test (someone) in an audition
They auditioned several girls for the role.
We will audition dancers today.
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“Audition.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/audition. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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