ALBUM Definition & Meaning

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album

[al-buhm]

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noun

1. a bound or loose-leaf book consisting of blank pages, pockets, envelopes, etc., for storing or displaying photographs, stamps, or the like, or for collecting autographs.
2. a digital collection of photographs, stored on a computer or mobile device for viewing, displaying, or sharing.
1. a record or set of records containing several musical selections, a complete play or opera, etc..
  Her album of folk songs will be out next month.
2. the package or container for such a record or records.
  The album has a pocket for each record.
3. a collection of audio recordings released together as a collected work.
  The digital release of their debut album sold more copies than expected.
a printed book containing an anthology of writings, reproductions of photographs or artwork, musical compositions, etc.

album

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noun

a book or binder consisting of blank pages, pockets, or envelopes for keeping photographs, stamps, autographs, drawings, poems, etc
one or more CDs, cassettes, or long-playing records released as a single item
a booklike holder containing sleeves for gramophone records
an anthology, usually large and illustrated

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of album¹

First recorded in 1610–20; 1955–60 album for def. 2; from Latin: neuter singular of albus “white,” i.e., a blank (tablet) painted white for writing on

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of album¹

C17: from Latin: blank tablet, from albus white

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The rockers have recently had their first number one album and have developed a huge following with breakout viral hits - all while remaining anonymous behind custom-designed masks.

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"It was the morning after a heavy night and Liam was worse for wear," recalls Nick, who was at Abbey Road as a studio engineer on their third album Be Here Now.

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This context is crucial for grasping the shock value Carpenter is going for with the cover of her upcoming album, "Man's Best Friend."

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Further images showcasing the band's archive and iconic album artwork will also go on display in the city's Victoria Square.

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Rock band Pulp have achieved their first official number one album in 27 years with their new release More.

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