Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mla
abbreviation
ˈɛmˌɛlˈeɪ
Definition
MLA stands for Modern Language Association, a professional organization in the United States that focuses on language and literature studies.
Examples
- The MLA format is commonly used for academic papers in humanities.
- Many college courses require students to follow MLA citation style.
Meaning
The MLA is widely known for creating guidelines for writing and citing research in the humanities, especially in the field of literature.
Synonyms
- Modern Language Association
- MLA Style
