Using a Dictionary

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What is the main entry word in a dictionary?

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The main entry word is the word that is defined in the dictionary, often found at the beginning of the entry.

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What does 'etymology' mean?

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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and how their meanings have changed throughout history.

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How is the pronunciation of a word indicated in a dictionary?

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Pronunciation is indicated using phonetic symbols or a pronunciation guide.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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How can you find the number of definitions for a word in a dictionary?

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You can find the number of definitions by looking at the entry for the word, where multiple meanings are listed.

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What is a guide word in a dictionary?

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A guide word is a word printed at the top of a page in a dictionary that indicates the first and last entry words on that page.

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What is the purpose of a dictionary?

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The purpose of a dictionary is to provide definitions, pronunciations, and other information about words.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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How do you use a dictionary to find a word?

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To find a word, you can look it up alphabetically or use the guide words to navigate to the correct page.

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What is the difference between a definition and a synonym?

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A definition explains the meaning of a word, while a synonym is another word that means the same thing.