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It depends on the word in question but for the most part a dictionary will give the word, what type of word it is, its pronunciation, its definition(s), and etymology if it is known. Some may also use it in a sentence or phrase as an example.

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A dictionary provides the definition, pronunciation, part of speech, and sometimes usage examples of a word. It can also include additional information such as synonyms, antonyms, and etymology.

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How do you find a meaning of a word?

You would look the word up in a dictionary. The dictionary will give you the meaning, as well as other information about a word.


What is the difference between a etymological to a normal dictioary?

An standard dictionary will give you the meaning of a word. An etymological dictionary will give you its origin.


What does an English dictionary teach you?

A good English dictionary willgive the correct spelling of a word, and its related words;give the correct pronunciation of the word;name the part of speech the word is;give an example of uses of the word;give the etymology of the word - its origins


Does a dictionary give an origin of a word?

Usually yes.


Does a thesaurus give the etymology of a word?

No, a thesaurus does not give the etymology of a word. However, the etymology can be found in a dictionary.


Can you give me a sentence with the word repetition in it?

You will find the word repedition in the dictionary. (That was the sentence)


Can you give me an unfamiliar word?

An unfamiliar word is 'floccinauccinihilipilification'. This word is a real one; it is found in the Oxford dictionary!


Can you give a sentence using the word refrain?

yes try looking up the word in the dictionary


What is the possessive form of the word dictionary?

The possessive form of the word "dictionary" is "dictionary's."


Can you give me sentence with the word paror?

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, paror is not a word in the English language.


How does A thesaurus gives the etymology of a word?

No, a thesaurus does not give the etymology of a word. However, the etymology can be found in a dictionary.


How do you put a word in the dictionary?

(a) Write to the publishers/editors of the dictionary, give the word, provide a definition, cite instances of where it has been used. Be brief, accurate, succinct. (b) If you want to add a word to your PC's spell-check dictionary, write the word e.g. in a Microsoft word.doc, place cursor in the word, invoke tools/spelling and grammar. Click 'Add to Dictionary'.