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Definition of "encyclopedia" []

  • A comprehensive reference work containing articles on a wide range of subjects or on numerous aspects of a particular field, usually arranged alphabetically. (noun)

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Use "encyclopedia" in a sentence
  • "NOTE: The title encyclopedia was verbally given to me by my close friends and my close relatives since my close friends "
  • "NOTE: The title encyclopedia was verbally given to me by my close friends and my close relatives since my close friends & close relatives admire/recognise my knowledge."
  • "The prime mover and longtime editor of the encyclopedia is a soft-spoken Anglican Charismatic named David B. Barrett."