Bulletin

Definition

A short report or statement on a particular subject, often issued by an organization, institution, or government agency.

Etymology

From French 'bulletin', from Italian 'bulletino', which is a diminutive of 'bulletta', meaning 'small document' or 'note'.

Example

The entomology department issued a bulletin on the recent sightings of invasive insect species.

Synonyms

• Report
• Statement
• Brief

Related Terms

• Newsletter
• Announcement
• Notice

Usage Notes

Bulletins are often used to quickly disseminate important information to a wide audience and may be periodic.