🇮🇹Italian Source WordCode: IT

articolo chiave

Pronunciation / Transliteration: ar-ti-co-lo kya-ve

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Key Paper/kiː ˈpeɪ.pər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇹 Example Sentence in Italian:

"Questo articolo chiave ha influenzato molte ricerche."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A significant or influential document or publication that is essential for understanding a particular subject or field.

    "The researcher cited several key papers that shaped the current understanding of climate change."
  2. 2

    A document that serves as a critical reference point in a specific area of study or practice.

    "In the field of medicine, key papers often guide clinical practices and treatment protocols."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'key' originates from Old English 'cāg', which means a device for opening locks. 'Paper' comes from Latin 'papyrus', referring to the ancient writing material. The combination reflects a modern usage in various fields, particularly in academia and industry, where 'key papers' denote essential or influential documents.

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