Definition of "rendition" in English

noun

1. An interpretation or performance of an artwork, especially a musical score or musical work.

   • Near-synonym: rendering

2. A given visual reproduction of something.

3. Translation between languages, or between forms of a language; a translated text or work.

4. (law, chiefly US) Formal deliverance of a verdict.

5. (law, chiefly US) The handing-over of someone wanted for justice who has fled a given jurisdiction.

6. (now rare) The surrender (of a city, fortress etc.).

7. (now rare) The handing over of a person or thing.

verb

1. (transitive) To surrender or hand over (a person or thing); especially, for one jurisdiction to do so to another.