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Definition of logbook

logbook

/ˈlɔːɡ.bʊk/
log · book
Plural:logbooks
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logbook Lexical Profile

logbook Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An official book or ledger in which regular records of events, measurements, or operational details are entered, especially regarding the voyage of a ship or the flight of an aircraft.

Example

"The captain carefully recorded the ship's coordinates and weather conditions in the logbook at the end of every watch."

2

British An official document issued by the government that certifies the registered ownership and technical specifications of a motor vehicle.

Example

"Before purchasing the second-hand car, she asked the dealer to show her the vehicle's logbook and service history."

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• Nearby Words

logan
loganberry
logarithm
logbook
loge
logger
loggerhead

Word Origin & Etymology

Attested from the late 17th century, formed by compounding 'log' (originally a weighted piece of wood attached to a knotted line cast overboard to measure a ship's speed) and 'book'.

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