Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
body-of-literature
noun
/ˈbɒdi əv ˈlɪtərətʃər/
Definition
A collection of written works or texts on a particular subject or theme.
Examples
- The body of literature on climate change highlights various scientific studies and findings.
- She contributed significantly to the body of literature regarding early childhood education.
- The body of literature in this field continues to grow as new research is published.
Meaning
The term refers to an extensive range of literary works that collectively define or explore a specific area of knowledge or experience.
Synonyms
- collection of texts
- corpus
- written works
- literary canon
