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journal

/ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
jour · nal

Plural:journals
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Adjective:journalistic
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Past Simple:journaled
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Past Participle:journaled
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Present Participle:journaling
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journal Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A periodical publication containing scholarly articles, research, or news relating to a particular profession, academic discipline, or interest.

Example

"The scientists published their groundbreaking findings in a prestigious medical journal."


2

A daily record of personal news, thoughts, and events.

Example

"She kept a detailed journal to document her daily experiences and reflections while traveling abroad."


3

A book in which initial records of business transactions are entered before being formally posted to a ledger.

Example

"The accountant meticulously logged the day's cash receipts into the general journal."

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• verb

1

To write down thoughts, experiences, or reflections in a daily record or diary.

Example

"Many therapists recommend that patients journal each evening to help process their emotions and track their progress."


2

To record financial transactions or operational events in a formal log or accounting system.

Example

"The clerk must journal every corporate expense as soon as the receipt is submitted."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Old French 'jornel' (daily, a daily paper or record), derived from Late Latin 'diurnalis' (daily), from Latin 'dies' (day).

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