What does "record" mean?

See record in WNW Idioms

go on record

to state one's opinions publicly or officially

off the record

not for publication or public release; confidential(ly)

on (the) record

recorded; publicly or officially declared or known

See record in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Idioms

go on record

To embrace a certain position publicly: go on record in favor of the mayor's reelection.

off the record

Not for publication: The senator told the reporters that his remarks were strictly off the record.

on record

Known to have been stated or to have taken a certain position: The senator's opposition to the new legislation is on record.

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