Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
glossary
noun
/ˈɡlɒsəri/
Definition
A glossary is a list of terms and their meanings, typically found at the end of a book or document.
Examples
- The textbook included a glossary to help students understand key concepts.
- Before starting the assignment, I referenced the glossary for unfamiliar terms.
- A glossary of abbreviations can be helpful for readers of technical documents.
Meaning
The term ‘glossary’ refers to a specialized vocabulary associated with a particular subject, often accompanied by definitions to aid understanding.
Synonyms
- dictionary
- lexicon
- word list
- terminology
