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Meaning of logs

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

logs

Pronunciation:/lɑɡz//lɒɡz//lɔɡz/

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.

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.

verb

Definitions

  1. To move to and fro; to rock.

noun

Definitions

  1. A Hebrew unit of liquid volume (about 1/3 liter).

noun

Definitions

  1. Logarithm.

    Example: To multiply two numbers, add their logs.

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