noun
- plural of encyclopedia; comprehensive reference works containing articles on many topics or on many aspects of a particular field, usually arranged alphabetically
Examples
- The library has several encyclopedias on different subjects.
- Students used to rely on printed encyclopedias for research projects.
- Online encyclopedias have largely replaced traditional bound volumes.
- The professor recommended consulting multiple encyclopedias for the assignment.
- Medical encyclopedias contain detailed information about diseases and treatments.
- Children’s encyclopedias use simpler language and colorful illustrations.