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encyclopedia
/ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdi.ə/
A comprehensive reference work with articles on a range of subjects, sometimes general, sometimes limited to a particular field; Similarly comprehensive works in other formats
- plural
- encyclopediae
Meanings
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A comprehensive reference work (often spanning several printed volumes) with articles (usually arranged in alphabetical order, or sometimes arranged by category) on a range of subjects, sometimes general, sometimes limited to a particular field
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Similarly comprehensive works in other formats
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The circle of arts and sciences (see Etymology); a comprehensive summary of knowledge, or of a branch thereofrare