literature

literature
noun
  1. [mass noun]written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit
    文学作品
    a great work of literature.
    一部伟大的文学作品。
    ■books and writings published on a particular subject
    文献
    the literature on environmental epidemiology.
    环境传染病学的文献。
    ■leaflets and other printed matter used to advertise products or give advice
    (促销、建议用的)印刷资料,宣传单
语源
  1. late Middle English (in the sense knowledge of books): via French from Latin litteratura, from littera (see letter)
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