encyclopaedia
Translation
encyclopedia
Examples
I looked up the information in an encyclopaedia.
I looked up the information in an encyclopedia.
He bought a set of encyclopaedias for his children.
He bought a set of encyclopedias for his children.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a book or set of books giving information on many subjects This is an encyclopedia of music.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reference book, book of knowledge
Etymology
From Greek 'enkyklios paideia', meaning 'all-around education'. From 'kyklios' (circle) + 'paideia' (education).
Memory Tips
It's a book covering the whole 'cycle' of 'paideia' (education) - the full circle of knowledge.