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What do you use if you need to look up the definition of a word?
Wiki User
∙ 7y ago
A definition is the meaning or significance of a word, not knowing the word you could type the definition into a general search engine, or at least the most significant word of the definition. Somewhere along the line you will find a word which when typed back into the system with give you the definition you are looking for. Use your computer to become more inquisitive. You will find that there are many ways to solve your problem
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
You can use a dictionary, either in print or online, to look up the definition of a word. There are also various dictionary apps available for smartphones that can provide quick and easy access to word definitions.
Wiki User
∙ 7y agoYou find definitions in a dictionary - either a physical book or an online dictionary or one on your computer.
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How can a reader define a word in a sentence without the use of a dictionary?
You have to look at the way it is used in the sentence and that will normally give you the definition of the word.
How do you find a word when you have the definition?
You can use a dictionary or a thesaurus to look up the definition and find the corresponding word. Online tools and search engines can also help by allowing you to search for words based on their definitions.
How can you use the word objectively in a sentence?
We need to look at this ojectively.
What resources would you use to look up the definition of a word not found in the back of the technical resource you are reading?
glossary
What do you use to look up a word in a dictionary?
The words are in alphabetical order, which allows you to find the correct definition if you have the correct spelling.
How do you find a sentence for evacuate?
You can find a sentence for evacuate if you either look the word up in the dictionary, or use an online dictionary to get the definition of the word. A lot of dictionaries will give the word in a sentence. If they don't, read the definition and you should be able to formulate your own.
What is the best definition for this combination of the word part micro and scope?
"Micro" means "small." "Scope" comes from a Greek word meaning "to look." So if you want to look at small things, use a microscope!
How can you use the word clemency in a sentence?
As a noun in a sentence describing a judicial decision, treatment of prisoners-of-war, etc. Look up its dictionary definition.
What can you do if you need a dictionary to look up the word severe and find out what the antonym is?
If you do not have a dictionary, you can look up the word in an online dictionary. You could also use an online thesaurus.
How can you describe the sea I need something to do with temperature or look and I need it to be a really good word?
For look ... I might use ominous. For temperature ... I might friggid Hope this helps!
You have the definition of the word but you dont have the word?
You can use a thesaurus--that's what they are for. You can also ask on WikiAnswers something like "What is a word that means..." and put the definition in your question.
Which definition best matches the use of the word fumed?
The definition that best matches the use of the word "fumed" is: to show irritation or anger by emitting smoke, fumes, or vapors.
