outtake

[ out-teyk ]

noun

1. a segment of film or videotape edited out of the final version, as because of a technical error.
2. a recording of a song not included in the final release of a record album, as because of a technical error.

outtake

/ ˈaʊtˌteɪk /

noun

1. an unreleased take from a recording session, film, or television programme

Word History and Origins

Origin of outtake¹

First recorded in 1955–60; out- + take

Example Sentences

I’d pay to see the outtake reel from “Let’s Start a Cult.”

From Los Angeles Times

The record, which debuted at number one when it was first released in 1994, is back in the same position, thanks to a 30th anniversary edition that includes several outtakes and unreleased demos.

From BBC

Hundreds of cast and crew members signed non-disclosure agreements, limiting their ability to reveal what happened inside Trump Tower or any outtakes featuring the ex-president.

From Seattle Times

It includes behind-the-scenes shots, outtakes and even films made for the sales team.

From Seattle Times

None of the photos have been shown before; they’re all outtakes, the works that happened along the edges and remained in the archive.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• blurb
• clip
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• one-liner
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