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Definition of almanac

almanac

/ˈɔːl.mə.næk/
al · ma · nac
Plural:almanacs
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almanac Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

An annual calendar containing important dates and statistical information such as astronomical data, tide tables, and weather forecasts.

Example

"The gardener consulted the farmer's almanac to determine the best week for planting tomatoes."

2

An annual reference book or handbook comprising useful facts, statistics, and historical records relating to countries, sports, entertainment, or other specialized fields.

Example

"She looked up the population figures and economic rankings in a world almanac."

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• Nearby Words

ally
allyship
alma
almanac
almaty
almeria
almightiness

Word Origin & Etymology

Entered Middle English via Medieval Latin almanachus, most likely borrowed from Andalusi Arabic al-manāḵ ('the calendar' or 'the climate'), which originally referred to a set of astronomical tables.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Almanac. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/almanac
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