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yearbook

American  
[yeer-book] / ˈyɪərˌbʊk /

noun

  1. a book published annually, containing information, statistics, etc., about the past year.

    an encyclopedia yearbook.

  2. a book published by the graduating class of a high school or college, containing photographs of class members and commemorating school activities.

yearbook British  
/ ˈjɪəˌbʊk /

noun

  1. an almanac or reference book published annually and containing details of events of the previous year

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Etymology

Origin of yearbook

First recorded in 1580–90; year + book

Explanation

The album of photos that many high schools and colleges offer students at the end of each school year is a yearbook. If you want to be sure to get your picture in the yearbook, join a lot of clubs and teams. A traditional yearbook is a large, bound book organized by class, which includes a photograph of every student. Most yearbooks also feature pictures of teams, school groups and clubs, faculty members, staff, and candid photos taken throughout the school year. In many schools, it's traditional to get your yearbook signed by friends and even teachers. Yearbooks have become less common over the years, as digital equivalents have increased in popularity. Online yearbooks may eventually replace the printed version.

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So, in my high school yearbook, under my picture, it says, “Plans to be a chef.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

A yearbook photo of the group shows James as he stood in the back row smiling broadly, his hair neatly parted to the side.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 11, 2025

He also knows how to take photos for the school yearbook so maybe he’ll offer putting lessons, too.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2025

When Kim flicks through her school yearbook, she can identify those who have become sick and those who have since passed away.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2025

I went in the opposite direction, toward the yearbook office, checking over my shoulder to make sure he wasn’t following me.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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