dictionary.pt

dictionary.pt

encyclopedia

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ẽ.si.klu.ˈpɛ.di.ɐ/en·ci·clo·pé·di·a

Definition

1

A reference work containing articles on various topics, typically arranged alphabetically, covering general or specific knowledge.

Usage examples

For his school project, he looked up the information in a printed encyclopedia.
Wikipedia is the largest online encyclopedia in the world.

Common combinations

consult the encyclopediadigital encyclopediaonline encyclopediaencyclopedia volume

Idiomatic expressions

  • A walking encyclopedia (someone with very extensive knowledge)