log
1 of 2nouna section of a tree trunk that has been cut or fallen, usually stripped of branches
- He carried a heavy log to the fireplace.
- The cabin was built using sturdy logs.
- The children balanced on a log by the river.
- They stacked the logs for winter firewood.
- A fallen log blocked the path in the forest.
a nautical instrument consisting of a float attached to a knotted line, used to measure a ship's speed through water
- The captain checked the log to determine the ship's speed.
- Sailors cast the log overboard at regular intervals.
- The log helped measure the vessel's progress accurately.
- They recorded the readings from the log every hour.
- The navigator relied on the log for speed calculations.
a written record of events, observations, or activities during a voyage of a ship, airplane, or expedition
A log is a written record that details events and activities during a voyage or flight. It is typically maintained by a ship's captain, crew, or an aircraft pilot and includes information such as navigation details, weather conditions, and significant occurrences. The log helps keep track of the journey's progress, important decisions, and any unusual events that happen during the trip. It serves as an official record for reference and accountability.
- The captain wrote daily entries in the ship's log.
- Flight attendants update the plane's log after each flight.
- The expedition kept a detailed log of discoveries.
- He reviewed the log to track the journey's progress.
- The ship's log recorded weather and navigational data.
a record of messages sent, received, or processed, typically for administrative, technical, or operational purposes
- The IT team checked the system log for errors.
- They maintained a log of all incoming emails.
- The security officer recorded entries in the visitor log.
- The chat application automatically saves a message log.
- A maintenance log tracked repairs and inspections.