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

The Sphere visuals - always a highlight - didn't disappoint with moving images of old yearbook photos, a dip to the bottom of the ocean and a magical mystery carnival ride. —Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 7 May 2026

Photos flashed on the big screen behind him showing a young Letterman in his yearbook photo and on the basketball and track teams at Broad Ripple High School in Indianapolis, Indiana. —Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 6 May 2026

The event will feature old yearbooks and a slideshow in the school library, according to a social media post. —Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026

Sentimental items can be anything from old letters and family heirlooms to yearbooks and baby books. —Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for yearbook

• kinderhook
• meadowbrook
• overlook
• overtook
• pocketbook
• storybook
• tillamook
• undertook
• betook
• casebook
• chapbook
• checkbook

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