Can Recounting Be a Noun?

As a verb, recount can mean either "tell the story of" or "add up again." As a noun, recount usually refers to the second (or third or fourth) tallying of votes in a close election.

What is the noun form of recount?

recount. noun. re·​count | \ ˈrē-ˌkau̇nt , (ˌ)rē-ˈkau̇nt \ Definition of recount (Entry 3 of 3) : a second or fresh count.

Is recounting a real word?

Word forms: recounts, recounting, recountedpronunciation note: The verb is pronounced (rɪkaʊnt ). The noun is pronounced (rikaʊnt ). If you recount a story or event, you tell or describe it to people.

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