What is the difference of a dictionary from encyclopedia?

Answer 1

A dictionary and encyclopedia are alike in that they list descriptions and such. An encyclopedia, however, gives descriptions and definitions to specific things, and with greater detail, while a dictionary gives fairly short definitions to words.

Answer 2

A dictionary( from diction, or "the use of words") is a list of words and their definitions. An encyclopedia ( from the Greek for " general education" ) is a collection of articles about people, places and things. Some dictionaries may be encyclopedic, but encyclopedias generally leave mere definition of words to the dictionaries.

Answer 3

A dictionary is a book you look up for word meanings, spelling, pronunciations and so may more. Encyclopedias you look up a letter and then find all different fact from a-z. if you look up people though you look there last names. like Rosa Parks, you look at p and find her and find facts about her. not word meanings, spelling, pronunciations and many more. :)

Answer 4

A dictionary is a reference book that provides definitions and explanations of words and phrases, while an encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference work that provides information on a wide range of topics. Dictionaries focus on language and vocabulary, while encyclopedias cover various subjects in depth.

Answer 5

No. A dictionary gives definitions, and a encyclopedia tells you information about the past or present eras.

Answer 6

No.