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Journal Definition & Meaning

journal
noun
  1. a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
  2. a periodical dedicated to a particular subject; "he reads the medical journals"
  3. a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred
  4. a record book as a physical object
  5. the part of the axle contained by a bearing

"Journal" in song lyrics

See how journal is used in real songs:

  • "Live eternal through the power of words that's revealed through a journal"
    Armel f/ Timbo King — Destroy the Scenery Pt. 2
  • "These pages here are ripped from his journal"
    Bishop Lamont f/ Vanessa Marquez — Personal Chauffeur
  • "You should be too, read His Journal"
    The Cross Movement — Eyes Off Me

Usage tips for "journal"

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Frequently asked questions

What does journal mean?
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations a periodical dedicated to a particular subject; "he reads the medical journals" a ledger in which transactions have been recorded as they occurred a record book as a physical object the part of the axle contained by a bearing
What part of speech is journal?
Journal is a noun.
How many definitions does journal have?
Journal has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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