encyclopedia
/ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/
CEFR level B2Topic EducationWord #3611 in the learning path
百科全书
Definitions
n. A book or website explaining many subjects or one field.
百科全书
Example
I found a fascinating dinosaur picture in this encyclopedia.
我在这本百科全书里找到了一幅很有趣的恐龙图片。
An online encyclopedia offers convenient background information, but students should verify important claims using reliable academic sources.
在线百科全书便于查询背景信息，但学生应使用可靠的学术来源核实重要论断。
Collocations
- online encyclopedia
- encyclopedia entry
- consult an encyclopedia
Word family
- encyclopedic (adj.)
Usage tip
英式英语也常拼作encyclopaedia。
FAQ
- What does encyclopedia mean?
- A book or website explaining many subjects or one field.
- How is encyclopedia pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/, US /ɪnˌsaɪkləˈpiːdiə/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
