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memoir

The correct spelling is memoir.

How to pronounce memoir

noun

IPA: /ˈmɛmˌwɑː/

Say it like: Mem-oyr

The correct spelling is memoir. An autobiography; a book describing the personal experiences of an author. For example: "When I retire, I'm going to write my memoirs."

Usage Examples

When I retire, I'm going to write my memoirs.

James wrote a memoir of his grandmother shortly after she passed away.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An autobiography; a book describing the personal experiences of an author.
  2. 2.A biography; a book describing the experiences of a subject from personal knowledge of the subject or from sources with personal knowledge of the subject.
  3. 3.Any form of narrative describing the personal experiences of a writer.

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