Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dictionary-entry

Noun
/ˈdɪk.ʃə.nə.ri ˈɛn.tri/
Definition
The individual listing of a word in a dictionary, which includes its meaning, spelling, pronunciation, and grammatical details.
Examples
  • The dictionary-entry for ‘apple’ includes its definition as a fruit.
  • When studying a new language, reading the dictionary-entry for each word is helpful.
Meaning
A dictionary-entry provides concise information about a word, helping users understand its use and context.
Synonyms
  • word entry
  • lexical entry