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Library Terminology

Dictionary of common library terms.

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Newsletter

A very short serial publication containing information for a specific audience.

Newspaper

A serial publication distributed daily or weekly containing news, opinions, advertisements, and other items relevant to readers.

Non-circulating

Library materials that cannot be borrowed (i.e., checked out). Magazines, periodicals, and reference materials are non-circulating.

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