Periodical

/ˌpɪr.iˈɑː.dɪ.kəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A publication, such as a magazine or journal, that is issued at regular intervals.

She subscribed to several scientific periodicals to stay updated on the latest research.

A publication that is published on a regular schedule, typically monthly, quarterly, or annually.

The library has a vast collection of periodicals covering various topics.

A literary or scholarly journal that is published periodically.

He published his articles in a well-known periodical focused on contemporary literature.

adjective

Occurring or appearing at regular intervals.

The committee held periodical meetings to discuss the project milestones.

Related to or characteristic of a publication issued periodically.

Her research included references to periodical literature in her field.

Derived from the Latin 'periodicus,' meaning 'recurring, periodic.'

periodical table

A tabular arrangement of the chemical elements.

periodical literature

Works published at intervals, typically referring to journals and magazines.

periodical review

An analysis or assessment published regularly.

issue

A particular version of a publication.

volume

A book forming part of a work or series.

article

A written composition on a specific topic.

A zine or small magazine that is self-published.

She created a periodical on local music to promote underground bands.

Refers informally to any regular publication.

I just picked up the latest periodical at the bookstore.