Album — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Album
Album (noun)
- a book for holding a collection of items (such as photographs, stamps, or coins) on pages that are initially blank
- a digital folder (as on a smartphone or computer) for grouping image or video files
- a collection of one or more audio recordings that is presented as a single unit and is typically longer than a single or an EP
Album (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a collection of writings
"a special anniversary album of his poetry published 100 years after his death"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Album
The most common words with a similar meaning to Album:
Word Forms of Album
Inflections: albums
Origin & Etymology of Album
earlier, "book in which signatures, epigrams, verse, etc., are inscribed as mementos," borrowed from New Latin (short for album amīcōrum "register of friends"), going back to Latin, "the color white, white tablet or noticeboard, official list or register," noun derivative from neuter of albus "white, light-colored, fair, transparent," perhaps going back to Indo-European *h2elbho- "white," whence also Umbrian alfu, neuter accusative plural, "white," Greek alphós "skin disorder manifested as white spots, probably vitiligo"
First known use: 1849
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Album
- CEFR level: A2 English Vocabulary — Page 1
- Topics: Technology, Music & Instruments
Words & Phrases Containing Album
Frequently Asked Questions about Album
What does "Album" mean?
"Album" means a book for holding a collection of items (such as photographs, stamps, or coins) on pages that are initially blank. As a noun, it is defined as: a book for holding a collection of items (such as photographs, stamps, or coins) on pages that are initially blank.
What is another word for "Album"?
Other words for "Album" include anthology, collectanea, compendium, compilation, florilegium, miscellany and reader. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Album" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Album"?
There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Album". Common alternatives include anthology, collectanea, compendium, compilation, florilegium, miscellany and reader.
How do you use "Album" in a sentence?
Examples of "Album" in a sentence: "a special anniversary album of his poetry published 100 years after his death".
Is "Album" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Album" is a noun.
Is "Album" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As an A2-level word, "Album" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.
How do you pronounce "Album"?
"Album" is pronounced /ˈal-bəm/ and divided into syllables as al·bum.
What is the origin of the word "Album"?
"Album" comes from earlier, "book in which signatures, epigrams, verse, etc., are inscribed as mementos," borrowed from New Latin (short for album amīcōrum "register of friends"), going back to Latin, "the color white, white tablet or noticeboard, official list or register," noun derivative from neuter of albus "white, light-colored, fair, transparent," perhaps going back to Indo-European *h2elbho- "white," whence also Umbrian alfu, neuter accusative plural, "white," Greek alphós "skin disorder manifested as white spots, probably vitiligo". First known use: 1849.