autobiography (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɔːtəʊbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/
Definition
A written account of one's own life, typically covering the entire span of their life or a significant portion of it.
Examples
Her autobiography became a bestseller, inspiring millions.
The actor's autobiography revealed many surprising details about his career.
Reading an autobiography can offer unique insights into historical periods.
How to Use autobiography
- write an autobiography (collocation)
- To compose and record the story of one's own life. — "She decided to write her autobiography after retiring from politics."
- publish an autobiography (collocation)
- To make one's life story available to the public through printing. — "Many celebrities publish their autobiographies to share their experiences."
- read an autobiography (collocation)
- To engage with the written account of someone's life. — "I'm currently reading an autobiography by a famous scientist."
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