dictionary

noun
UK: /ˈdɪkʃənəri/
US: /ˈdɪkʃəneri/

  1. A book that lists words in alphabetical order and gives their meanings, or words in another language with their translations.

    1. I use a dictionary to check the meaning of new words.
    2. The online dictionary quickly provided the definition I needed for my essay.

  2. A reference book providing information about words, including their pronunciation, etymology, and usage.

    1. I consulted the dictionary to find the correct spelling.
    2. This specialized dictionary focuses on terms used within the medical profession.

  3. A comprehensive collection of information about a specific subject, organized in a systematic way.

    1. She is a walking dictionary of film trivia and always knows the answers.
    2. The biographical dictionary contained entries on prominent figures in history.

Synonyms

thesaurus wordbook vocabulary glossary lexicon
dictionary verb

  1. To look up a word in a dictionary.

    1. I had to dictionary that word to understand the article.
    2. Before submitting my report, I'll dictionary all the technical terms to ensure accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "dictionary" in English means: A book that lists words in alphabetical order and gives their meanings, or words in another language with their translations., A reference book providing information about words, including their pronunciation, etymology, and usage., A comprehensive collection of information about a specific subject, organized in a systematic way..

The phonetic transcription of "dictionary" is /ˈdɪkʃənəri/ in British English and /ˈdɪkʃəneri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dictionary": thesaurus, wordbook, vocabulary, glossary, lexicon.

Example usage of "dictionary": "I use a dictionary to check the meaning of new words.". More examples on the page.