Pronunciation: /ˈrɛk.toʊ/
noun the right-hand page of an open book or manuscript
A1 The recto of the book had a beautiful illustration.
A2 I found a note tucked into the recto of the folder.
B1 The recto page of the document contained important information.
B2 The recto side of the map showed the main roads in the city.
C1 The recto of the manuscript was carefully preserved in the museum.
C2 The recto of the painting revealed intricate details that were not visible on the verso.
adjective relating to or situated on the right side
A1 The recto side of the paper is where the text is printed.
A2 She carefully examined the recto page of the book for any notes or markings.
B1 The recto cover of the magazine featured a striking photograph.
B2 The recto panel of the brochure contained important information about the event.
C1 The recto page of the manuscript displayed intricate illustrations alongside the text.
C2 The recto side of the document was meticulously designed with a sophisticated layout.
formal The recto side of the document contains the main text, while the verso side is left blank.
informal Make sure you sign on the recto page, not the verso.
slang I doodled on the recto side of my notebook during the boring lecture.
figurative She always presents a recto facade to the world, hiding her true emotions.
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