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periodicals

n. plural-only
C1 Advanced US //ˌpɪɹiˈɑdɪkəɫz// UK //pˌiəɹɪˈɒdɪkəlz// pe·ri·od·i·cals

n. magazines or newspapers that are published at regular times, such as every week or every month. You usually find them in libraries or offices.

n. publications issued at regular intervals, such as journals, magazines, or newspapers. Often used in academic or library contexts to distinguish serial works from books.


SIMPLE

The library keeps the latest periodicals on the first floor.

CONTEXTUAL

Researchers often consult academic periodicals to stay informed about the most recent developments in their specific fields of study.

COMPLEX

While digital archives have replaced many physical collections, the university still maintains a vast room dedicated to historical periodicals, preserving the original layout and advertisements of nineteenth-century journals.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically used in the plural to refer to a collection or category of publications; the singular form 'periodical' refers to one specific title.

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