The definition of playback is the reproduction of an already recorded sound or image. An example of a playback is the replay of a recorded song to hear the beginning of the chorus. The act or process of replaying an audio or video recording, as to monitor quality or check a recorded message.

What does playback mean?

: the act of causing recorded sounds or pictures to be heard or seen again. : a recording that is heard or seen again : a recording that is played back.

What does playback mean in video?

the act of reproducing a sound or video recording, especially in order to check a recording that is newly made. ... the recording so played, especially the first time it is heard or viewed after being recorded.