Simple meaning
What does Dictionary mean?
Dictionary is a reference for word meanings.
Dictionary definition
A dictionary is a book or tool that gives word meanings, pronunciations, and usage.
Example sentences
Dictionary in a sentence
easy
Our class practiced the word dictionary in speaking and writing.
medium
In the reading activity, dictionary helped us understand how language is used in context.
hard
Using dictionary in my paragraph made the meaning clearer for listeners and readers.
Synonyms
Words like Dictionary
wordbookRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
lexiconRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
reference bookRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
guessworkHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
uncertain meaningHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Dictionary word family
Base word
dictionary
noun
dictionary
Base form.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does dictionary mean?
DICTIONARY means dictionary is a reference for word meanings.
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Use the dictionary to understand Dictionary, then move into short activities matched to the skills on this page.
Learning paths
- Define the Word Hive for word meanings.
- Synonym Search for word choice.
- Context Clue Challenge for sentence clues.
- Buzz Between for homophones and listening.
- Hive Builder for roots, prefixes, and suffixes.