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literature [ lit·e·r·a·t·ure ]

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ˈlɪtrətʃər, ˈlɪtrətʃʊr ]
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ˈlɪtrətʃə(r) ]
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Noun

1. Written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit.

When not writing, he now teaches literature at a private university in Milan.

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2. Books and writings published on a particular subject.

the literature on environmental epidemiology

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3. Leaflets and other printed matter used to advertise products or give advice.

Safe sex literature and products could be used as evidence.

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Origin

1. Late Middle English (in the sense ‘knowledge of books’): via French from Latin litteratura, from littera (see letter).

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