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What does "Boolean operator" mean?
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Answered By:
Brian O'Donnell
Last Updated:
Sep 30, 2025
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Boolean operators
are the words "AND", "OR" and "NOT" and they can help you craft better searches.
When used in library databases (typed between your keywords) they can make each search more precise - and save you time!
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EBSCO Boolean Operators Guide
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