journal

/ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
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Noun

journalSingular
journalsPlural
1

A personal record of daily events, thoughts, and experiences; a diary.

She writes in her journal every night before bed.

2

A scholarly or professional periodical publication containing articles, research papers, and reviews in a particular field.

She published her research findings in a prestigious medical journal.

3

A newspaper, especially a daily publication.

He read the morning journal over breakfast.

4

A logbook or record of transactions, especially in bookkeeping or navigation.

The accountant recorded all transactions in the journal.

Verb

1

To write in or keep a journal; to record one's thoughts, experiences, or observations regularly.

She journals every morning to reflect on her thoughts and feelings.

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