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log

Pronunciation:/lɑɡ//lɒɡ//lɑɡ/

noun

Definitions

  1. The trunk of a dead tree, cleared of branches.

    Example: They walked across the stream on a fallen log.

  2. Any bulky piece as cut from the above, used as timber, fuel etc.

  3. A unit of length equivalent to 16 feet, used for measuring timber, especially the trunk of a tree.

  4. Anything shaped like a log; a cylinder.

verb

Definitions

  1. To cut trees into logs.

  2. To cut down (trees).

  3. To cut down trees in an area, harvesting and transporting the logs as wood.

log

Pronunciation:/lɑɡ//lɒɡ//lɑɡ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A logbook, or journal of a vessel (or aircraft)'s progress

  2. A chronological record of actions, performances, computer/network usage, etc.

  3. Specifically, an append-only sequence of records written to file.

verb

Definitions

  1. To make, to add an entry (or more) in a log or logbook.

    Example: to log the miles travelled by a ship

  2. To travel (a distance) as shown in a logbook

  3. To travel at a specified speed, as ascertained by chip log.

log

Pronunciation:/lɑɡ//lɒɡ//lɑɡ/

noun

Definitions

  1. Logarithm.

    Example: To multiply two numbers, add their logs.

  2. A difference of one in the logarithm, usually in base 10.