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WordBand 5.5–6.5Core (NGSL)
literature
/ˈlɪ.tə.ɹɪ.tʃə(ɹ)/
noun
writings that are valued as works of art, esp. fiction, drama and poetry
- “You should memorize a piece of classical literature every day.”Tatoeba
- “He's one of the most important figures in modern literature.”Tatoeba
Sentences from Tatoeba show real usage. A word can have several meanings, so a sentence may use another one.
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weddingnounA ceremony in which two people get married.
rehearseverbTo practise a speech or performance before the real event.
conductornounThe person who directs an orchestra or choir with hand movements.
graffitinounWords or pictures painted on public walls without permission.
documentarynounA film or programme that shows real events and facts.
traditionnounA custom passed from one generation to the next.
Source: New General Service List (Browne, Culligan & Phillips) (CC BY-SA 4.0); Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 3.0); Tatoeba (CC BY 2.0 FR)