yearbook

noun

year·​book ˈyir-ˌbu̇k 

1

: a book published yearly as a report or summary of statistics or facts : annual

2

: a school publication that is compiled usually by a graduating class and that serves as a record of the year's activities

Examples of yearbook in a Sentence

They signed each other's yearbooks.

Recent Examples on the Web

Leaders of other activities like student government and yearbook won’t receive stipends if the activities are a part of a class – even if a teacher works extra hours after the final bell rings at the end of the school day. —Luke Fountain, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2024

The New York Post obtained photographs of Crooks from his high school yearbook and 2022 graduation ceremony. —Fox News, 14 July 2024

One memorable day that year, Cade found himself in class with a couple of friends when the forms for submitting senior yearbook quotes circulated. —Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 8 July 2024

Authorities also uncovered two memoirs, five Covenant School yearbooks, and seven cell phones. —Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 5 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1677, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

yearbook

noun

year·​book -ˌbu̇k 

1

: a book published yearly

2

: a school publication recording the history and activities of a graduating class