English Explanatory Dictionary

reference work

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A compendium of information which is not generally intended to be read from beginning to end but rather consulted on a spot basis, and is compiled for ease of reference; especially, a reference book, whether in print, digital, or both.

Word forms

reference work reference works

Etymology

From reference + work.

Synonyms

reference work

Related words

database file file system filing system information reference book
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