Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
guide-word
noun
/ɡaɪd wɜrd/
Definition
A guide-word is a word used in a dictionary or reference book to indicate the first or last entry on a page.
Examples
- In the dictionary, the guide-words at the top of the page were ‘apple’ and ‘banana.’
- Using the guide-words, she found the definition she needed within seconds.
Meaning
Guide-words are helpful for quickly locating entries in alphabetical order, often found at the top of dictionary pages.
Synonyms
- entry word
- page header
