What does the cryptic crossword clue "Presentation speech is holding record (9)" mean?

The definition is "Presentation". The wordplay uses charade, container. DICTION (synonym of "speech") + EP (synonym of "record") [container: "holding"]; definition: "Presentation" The answer is DEPICTION.

Presentation speech is holding record (9)

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