The news archive
Example: News archive stores past articles and reports for future reference
Definition
"The news archive" refers to a collection or storage of past news articles, reports, and media content preserved for future reference, research, or review. It serves as a valuable resource for accessing historical information and understanding past events.
Etymology
The term "the news archive" combines "news," derived from the Old English word 'new,' meaning recent information, and "archive," originating from the Greek 'arkhē,' meaning public records or government office. Together, they describe a repository where past news materials are systematically stored. Did you know? The concept of archiving dates back to ancient civilizations that preserved records on clay tablets and scrolls.
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"The news archive" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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