literature

Definition

  • noun: written works (such as poems, plays, and novels) that are considered to be very good and to have lasting importance
  • noun: 'literary' culture
  • synonyms: erudition, learning, belles-lettres

Examples

  • To be knowledgeable about the latest technology, you've got to keep abreast of the (relevant) 'literature'.

  • Her education gave her an appreciation for great 'literature'.

  • Can you send me some 'literature' about your product?

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) of being a sexual pervert and a thought criminal. I exploited my position at the Ministry of Peace to mislead our allies in Eastasia, and also to corrupt youth by means of seditious literature and drugs. I am guilty on all counts. I stand here, a victim of the influence of Emmanuel... (chatter) (..)
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