journal

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a book where you write down your daily thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

n. a daily record of news and events of a personal nature; a diary.

“She kept a travel journal during her three-month trip across Europe.”

“Writing in a personal journal can be a therapeutic way to process complex emotions and track personal growth over time.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law Technical · Formal

n. a book or file used to record business transactions in the order they happen.

n. a book of original entry in which business transactions are recorded chronologically.

“The accountant entered the sales tax into the general journal.”

“The auditor requested the sales journal to verify that all receipts had been documented according to standard accounting practices.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Computing Technical

n. a record of changes made to a computer system or database.

n. a chronological record of operations or changes made to a system, used for recovery or auditing.

“The system administrator checked the journal to see why the database crashed.”

“The file system uses a journal to track changes before they are committed, ensuring data integrity in the event of a power failure.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Informal

v. to write down your thoughts or experiences in a book on a regular basis.

v. to keep a personal record of occurrences, experiences, or reflections.

“He started journaling every morning to help manage his stress.”

“Many wellness experts suggest journaling as a daily habit to improve mental clarity and focus.”