English · Word Candidate

diary

/ˈdaɪ.ə.ɹi/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: diaries · diarying · diaried

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A daily log of experiences, especially those of the writer.

Noun

Examples

They kept separate diaries. His was on paper and her diary was on her computer's hard drive.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A personal organizer or appointment diary.

NounRegister: UK

Examples

It is recommended that teachers and pupils are issued with homework diaries to help implement and monitor the homework timetable.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To keep a diary or journal.

Verb

Examples

As part of her mindful movement practise, diarying is important to Sarah. "It gives me a chance to see what is going on, to reflect on my experience."

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “diary” mean?

A daily log of experiences, especially those of the writer.

Is “diary” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.