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annals

|an-nals|

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/ˈænəlz/

(annal)

historical records

Base FormPlural
annalannals
Etymology
Etymology Information

'annals' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'annales,' where 'annus' meant 'year.'

Historical Evolution

'annales' transformed into the Old French word 'annales,' and eventually became the modern English word 'annals' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'yearly records,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'historical records.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a chronological record of events; historical records.

The annals of history are filled with tales of heroism.

Synonyms

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