book of words
A "book of words" can refer to various types of printed or written compilations of words and their meanings, used for different purposes including education, reference, and study.
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Definition
C2Literature
(dated, obsolete)The text used in an opera.
Example
- The composer handed the singers the book of words for the opera.
B1Education
(informal, colloquial)A printed or written record used for vocabulary enhancement, often in educational materials.
Example
- The children used a book of words to improve their vocabulary.
B2Reference
(general)A book containing a collection of words, often with definitions, explanations, or synonyms.
Example
- He consulted a book of words to find the meaning of 'serendipity.'
Similar
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