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10 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A reference book listing words alphabetically with their meanings, pronunciations, and usage. A comprehensive collection of terms from a specific field or language with explanations.
“Students were encouraged to use a dictionary when encountering unfamiliar words.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈdɪkʃən(ə)ri/
Syllables
dic·tion·ar·y
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Triple-I and double-O pattern; -ARY ending is common
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Worth 17 points; valuable with high-scoring Y
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