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the newspaper


Meanings
  • noun

    A printed publication containing news and information, often including articles, editorials, and advertisements.

    - "He reads the newspaper every morning."
    - "The newspaper reported on the latest political developments."

Variants
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newspaper , newspapers , newspapered , newspapering
Etymology
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From the Old French 'newes' meaning 'news' and the Dutch 'papier' meaning 'paper'. The term 'newspaper' first appeared in English in the late 17th century.


Trivia
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  1. The first newspaper was published in Strasbourg, Germany, in 1605.

  2. The Guinness World Records title for the longest newspaper is held by the Japanese Asahi Shimbun, with a length of 3,363 feet (1,025 meters).

  3. The most widely circulated newspaper in the world is The Sun, with a daily circulation of over 2 million copies.


Related Concepts
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  1. Journalism: The practice of collecting, writing, and distributing news and information. Journalists work for newspapers, television and radio stations, magazines, and online publications.

  2. Media: The means of mass communication, including newspapers, radio, television, and the internet. The media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion and disseminating information.


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Newspapers have played a significant role in shaping public opinion and informing people about local, national, and international events. They have been a source of entertainment, education, and controversy since their inception.

How to Memorize "the newspaper"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine holding a physical newspaper in your hands, feeling the weight and texture of the paper. Visualize the different sections of the newspaper, such as the front page, sports section, and opinion page.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'newspaper' with the image of a person reading a paper with a cup of coffee. Remember the sound of the paper rustling as it's unfolded.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic acronym: N-News, P-Printed, O-Ongoing, P-Publication. Remember, a newspaper is a news source that is printed and ongoing.


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