Online English Dictionary

literature

Definition

literature [noun]

1. creative writing of recognized artistic value

2. the humanistic study of a body of literature; "he took a course in Russian lit"

3. published writings in a particular style on a particular subject; "the technical literature"; "one aspect of Waterloo has not yet been treated in the literature"

4. the profession or art of a writer; "her place in literature is secure"

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Synonyms

noun
written works, writings, creative writing, literary texts, letters, papers, compositions, publications, published writings, texts, reports, studies, information, printed matter, brochures, leaflets, pamphlets, circulars, flyers, handouts, handbills, mailshots, bumf

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