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pronunciation
How to pronounce cyclopedia in British English:
UK [ˌsaɪklə'pi:dɪə]
How to pronounce cyclopedia in American English:
US [ˌsaɪklə'pidɪr]
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- Noun:
- a reference work (often in several volumes) containing articles on various topics (often arranged in alphabetical order) dealing with the entire range of human knowledge or with some particular specialty
Word Origin
Example
- 1. I found the cyclopedia very useful .
- 2. John will refer to cyclopedia wehn he had to write a report .
- 3. This paper introduces the brief history of compilation of ancient bibliography and general cyclopedia in our country , so as to offer reference for further understanding of the history of compilation of ancient bibliography and general cyclopedia in our country .
- 4. Some of his works are included in the contemporary chinese fine arts cyclopedia , some are collected by government , art museums , art academies , galleries , art institutes and collectors both in china and foreign countries .