Encyclopedia

usgb/ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/
noun

A book or set of books containing information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject.

For my report on ancient Rome, I used an encyclopedia to find all the details.
Visual representation of "encyclopedia" - A book or set of books containing information on many subjects or on many aspects of one subject

Often appears as...

  • set of encyclopedia
  • encyclopedia reference
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Extensive Coverage

Encyclopedias cover wide topics, ideal for starting research or general knowledge.

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She read the entire encyclopedia set to broaden her knowledge.
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Subject Depth

Some encyclopedias focus deeply on a single subject, offering detailed information.

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The medical encyclopedia had comprehensive details on diseases.
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Authority

They are seen as credible sources, often edited by experts.

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His argument was supported by citations from a renowned encyclopedia.
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