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Encyclopaedia

Verb / ɪˌnsaɪklʌˈpi:di:ʌ / / ɪˌnsaɪkləʊˈpi:di:ʌ / Another word for encyclopaedia — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A book or set of books that give information about many different subjects or about one particular subject.

Synonyms & similar words

cyclopaedia cyclopedia encyclopedia dictionary lexicon thesaurus gazetteer atlas almanac handbook compendium guidebook directory catalogue inventory archive collection repository storehouse treasury depository vault

Example sentences

  1. The encyclopaedia helped me learn about different animals.
  2. I used the encyclopaedia to research ancient Egypt.
  3. My dad has a collection of old encyclopaedias in his office.
  4. The encyclopaedia is a great resource for students.
  5. I found a lot of interesting information in the encyclopaedia.

Quotes

  • The best weapon of a dictatorship is secrecy, but the best weapon of a democracy should be the weapon of openness. - Niels Bohr
  • The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. - Socrates
  • The truth is rarely pure and never simple. - Oscar Wilde

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