almanac

• 名词，指按年出版的出版物，通常包含年度历法、天气预测、天文数据等各种信息；也指某一领域的专业参考资料或数据汇编。

A noun referring to an annual publication that contains a calendar of the year, often with weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other miscellaneous information, or a specialized reference work with tabular data in a particular field.

1. Annual reference book with general informationB2formal

   A yearly publication that contains a variety of information such as weather predictions, astronomical data, tide tables, and other facts, arranged according to the calendar.

   包含综合信息的年度参考书

   • The farmer consulted the almanac to plan the best planting dates.
   • Old almanacs provide a fascinating glimpse into historical weather patterns.
   • The almanac listed the times for sunrise and sunset for the entire year.

   同义词annualhandbookreference bookyearbook

2. Specialized annual publicationB2formal

   A yearly book that presents detailed data, statistics, or facts about a specific field or subject, organized by the calendar year.

   专业年鉴

   • The sports almanac contained records and statistics from the past season.
   • She bought the latest political almanac to study election results.
   • The nautical almanac is essential for maritime navigation.

   同义词annualhandbookregisteryearbook