Dictionary and Thesaurus

Dictionary

Dictionary noun - A reference book giving information about the meanings, pronunciations, uses, and origins of words listed in alphabetical order.
Usage example: try to develop the habit of going to the dictionary whenever you encounter an unfamiliar word
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Synonyms for Dictionary

Thesaurus is a synonym for dictionary in source topic. In some cases you can use "Thesaurus" instead a noun "Dictionary". popular alternative

Nearby Word: diction

Thesaurus

Thesaurus noun - A book containing a classified list of synonyms.
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Synonyms for Thesaurus

Dictionary is a synonym for thesaurus in source topic. You can use "Dictionary" instead a noun "Thesaurus". popular alternative

Both words in one sentence

  • Videogame / The Sims 2 When Greg isn't there, Vince claims to be consulting a dictionary/thesaurus to decode Sherman's emails and phone calls, although obviously this isn't reflected in the animations.
  • I Call Her "Vera": "Dan" and "Theo," Twilight's names for her dictionary and thesaurus, respectively.
  • Film / Submarine Book Worm: Oliver is given a dictionary and thesaurus as presents.
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Thesaurus and Dictionary. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/dictionary/thesaurus
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Thesaurus or Dictionary. 2016. Accessed August 16, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/dictionary/thesaurus.
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