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periodical

Periodical (noun) means a publication issued regularly, but less frequently than daily.

noun
1
A publication issued regularly, but less frequently than daily.
2
A regularly issued thematic publication that contains the most current information in its field, often the primary means for communication of original scholarship or creative work at the cutting edge of research in its field.
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What is the meaning of periodical?

"periodical" (noun) means a publication issued regularly, but less frequently than daily.

What are the different meanings of periodical?

"periodical" has 2 main meanings: 1. A publication issued regularly, but less frequently than daily; 2. A regularly issued thematic publication that contains the most current information in its field, often the primary means for communication of original scholarship or creative work at the cutting edge of research in its field.

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