glossary
Translation
glossary, word list
Examples
The book includes a glossary of technical terms.
The book includes a glossary of technical terms.
Look up the word in the glossary at the back.
Look up the word in the glossary at the back.
Grammar Patterns
a glossary of ((sth.)) a list of words about a subject The textbook has a glossary of scientific terms.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lexicon, word list, vocabulary
Etymology
From Greek 'glōssa' (tongue, language). The suffix '-ary' denotes a place for things. So, a place for words.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a list at the end of a book that 'glosses over' difficult terms by explaining them.