Definition

A book or publication that provides information about the calendar year, including dates, events, and other useful data.

Example

The farmer consulted the almanack to determine the best time for planting his crops.

Conversation

Have you seen my old almanack?

No, I haven't. What's in it?

It has all the important dates and events from last year.

That sounds really useful; I could use one for planning.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Almanack originates from the Arabic word 'al-manākh' (meaning the climate or the weather), which was adapted into Latin as 'almanachus' and then into Old French as 'almanach'. The term refers to a publication that provides information about the calendar, weather, and astronomical events.

Memory Tip

Think of the Arabic word for climate ('al-manākh') to remember that an almanack provides information about the weather and calendar.

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