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albums

|al-bumz|

A2

/ˈælbəmz/

(album)

collection of items

Base FormPlural
albumalbums
Etymology
Etymology Information

'album' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'album,' where 'albus' meant 'white.'

Historical Evolution

'album' changed from the Latin word 'album' and eventually became the modern English word 'album.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a blank tablet or book,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a collection of items or recordings.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a collection of photographs, stamps, or other items, typically in book form.

She showed me her photo albums from her travels.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a collection of recordings issued as a single item on CD, record, or another medium.

The band released their new album last month.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45