periodical
Translation
periodical, journal, magazine
Examples
The library subscribes to many scholarly periodicals.
The library subscribes to many scholarly periodicals.
Grammar Patterns
a/an ((periodical)) a magazine or newspaper published at regular intervals The library subscribes to many scholarly periodicals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: journal, magazine, serial, publication
Etymology
Derived from the adjective 'periodic'. It refers to something that is published at periodic intervals.
Memory Tips
A 'periodical' is a publication that comes out 'periodically' (e.g., every month).