n. A periodically sent publication containing current events or the like, generally on a particular topic or geared toward a limited audience.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. A circular letter, written or printed for the purpose of disseminating news. This was the name given to the earliest English newspapers.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. A letter or report containing news intended for general circulation, originally circulated in manuscript.
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n. report or open letter giving informal or confidential news of interest to a special group
Word Usage
"While Hawkins declined to return calls Friday, House of Yahweh adviser John Young said the newsletter is an effort to give a more accurate insight into the religious sect than that provided by the media."