Meaning of the word articles in English

What does articles mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

articles

US /ˈɑːr.tɪ.kəlz/
UK /ˈɑː.tɪ.kəlz/

Plural Noun

1.

individual items or objects, especially of a particular type

Example:
The store sells various articles of clothing.
He collected rare historical articles.
2.

written compositions, typically non-fiction, published in newspapers, magazines, or academic journals

Example:
She wrote several compelling articles for the newspaper.
The academic journal publishes peer-reviewed articles.
3.

sections or clauses of a legal document, treaty, or constitution

Example:
The new law contains several controversial articles.
The treaty's first three articles outline the main objectives.